Travel Grants for 34th International Geological Congress (IGC)

The GSA Foundation, the US National Committee for Geological Sciences of the National Academy of Sciences, Shell, Inc., and the American Geosciences Institute are excited to announce a tarvel grant and mentoring program for students and early career scientists who are enrolled in, or employed at, US institutions to attend the 34th International Geological Congress in Brisbane, Australia 5-10 August, 2012. Early career scientists are defined as those within 7 years of receiving their Ph.D. Each award is anticipated to be a maximum of $3,000.

To apply, please submit the following items by 17 February, 2012

• An online application/resume,
• Proof of abstract submission as first author and a copy of the submitted abstract,
• A record of relevant courses and grades (students only),
• Two letters of recommendation, and a
• Cover letter addressing your reasons for attending the meeting and a prioritized budget of expenses.

For more information, see the program website or contact

Jennifer Nocerino
Program Officer
Education and Outreach
The Geological Society of America
303-357-1036
jnocerino@geosociety.org