SACNAS cordially invites you to the October 29-31 2015 SACNAS National Conference in Washington, DC. This year's theme, "Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The Role of Diversity in STEM Innovation," honors the research, talent, and creativity of the diverse and interdisciplinary SACNAS community.
Students have the opportunity to present their research and to apply for travel scholarships. Presenting at 2015 SACNAS provides invaluable experience while receiving meaningful mentoring from professional scientists. The travel scholarship alleviates financial burden by covering students' air travel and lodging expenses.
Please note these important abstract submission and travel scholarship applications periods:
Research Abstracts
- Spring Application Period: April 13 - May 15, 2015 (5PM PST)
- Summer Application Period: July 6 - August 5, 2015 (5PM PST)
Travel Scholarships
- Spring Application Period: April 13 - May 15, 2015 (5PM PST)
- Summer Scholarship Application Period: June 29 - July 24, 2015 (5 PM PST)
Abstract and Travel Scholarship Applications
These are two separate applications. If you want to present your research and receive funding to attend the conference, you must apply for both applications.
Spring Application Periods
All eligible undergraduate students, post-baccalaureates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers may apply during the spring. You are encouraged to apply in the spring if you are not participating in a summer program.
Summer Application Periods
All eligible undergraduate students, post-baccalaureates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers may apply during the summer. Students who already applied during the spring will not have their application reviewed during the summer. Students in a summer research program will have priority during the summer application period. You are encouraged to apply if you are participating in a summer program.
To verify participation in a summer program, you will need to input the following information on their application(s):
- Program name
- Host institution
- Program director/manager name and email
SACNAS does not accept late applications or allow students to resubmit abstract or travel scholarship applications. Preliminary data is acceptable in the abstract submission.
Visit the SACNAS Travel Scholarships and Student Research Presentations for additional information. SACNAS is here to support you and your students during this process. Feel free to contact us with questions. Make sure to share this information with your students when the time comes.
Want to Receive a SACNAS Outreach Pack?
If you would like to receive SACNAS outreach packets, fill out the SACNAS Outreach Form by Wednesday March 25th. The SACNAS outreach packet includes SACNAS Conference posters and bookmarks.
We hope to see you and your students at the 2015 SACNAS National Conference in Washington, DC!
Questions? Contact the staff coordinators listed below:
Jessica Macias
Student Research Presentations Programs Manager
831-459-0170, ext. 250 | jessica@sacnas.org
Eric Curiel
Program Associate
831-459-0170, ext. 230 | eric@sacnas.org
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