Introduction

Academic conferences are important for the professional growth of researchers/scientists and scholars. They act as a resource for problem-solving, link building, knowledge sharing, direction, and exposure. Academic conferences give academicians the chance to validate research findings, understand the most recent advancements in their field, and establish connections for future academic collaborations.

The academic environment is built around events like these. For university faculty and scholars at universities/research institutes, the Gencyst Oy has established a special Research Travel Grant Fund for Gencyst community in order to foster this environment. Under this program, researchers/scientists and scholars who are chosen to present their research at a national or international academic conference are eligible to apply for Travel Grant Fund.

Program Objectives

• To provide faculty and researchers with financial support so they can present their research at conferences both domestically and abroad.
• To exchange academic and research successes and experiences on a national and international scale.
• To exchange scientific concepts with researchers on a national and international scale, and to learn about the newest trends and methodologies in research.
• To look into possibilities for regional, national, and international cooperation.

Eligibility Criteria

• To be considered, you must be the principal author, corresponding author, or co-author for Gencyst Travel Grant Fund.
• You must be a member of the Gencyst Community.
• You must be a faculty member (or visiting faculty) or employee of private/public sector/company or Bachelors or Masters or PhD scholar or Postdoc fellow at private university or public sector higher education institution.
• You are only eligible to receive one travel grant per fiscal year.
• Criteria for International/National Conferences include the following conferences and workshops held by prestigious national and international universities, research institutions, and professional associations (like IEEE, ACM, AAAS, AEA, etc.) whose papers are peer reviewed and archived.

Fund Utilization Policy

• You will apply for the Gencyst Travel Grant Fund by filling online application form.
• On the advice of the Travel Grant Expert Committee, the CEO will approve the applicant’s request for funding.
• You will be granted Gencyst Travel Grant Fund up to 6745,00 euros.
• The Grant will only be given for the designated purpose listed in the Award letter and cannot be used for any other purposes.
• Any news articles or publications that are related to the paper being presented in print or electronic media must give credit to Gencyst for their financial support; the company’s name and/or logo may be used in this regard.
• The company must be notified in writing if the event is postponed or cancelled.

Application Procedure

• A complete online application and all required supporting documents must be received at least 14 days before the event.
• The applications are entertained throughout the year.
• Application must include the following documents.
• Organizer’s letter of acceptance or invitation.
• A copy of the conference brochure, which includes the goals, themes, and costs for registration and lodging, among other things.
• Abstract of paper in case of oral or poster presentation.
• CV and list of recent publications for the applicant (1-2 pages).

Financial Provision

International Travel Fund:

• As permitted by law, airfare.
• Registration Fee, not to exceed 1180 euros.
• Daily Allowance in accordance with regulations for a Visit of No More Than Six (06) Days.

National Travel:

• Conference registration fees, if any.
• Local travel fare (bus/train/taxi).
• Daily Allowance as permitted for visits lasting no longer than six (06) days.

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