IUGC 2026 TRAVEL GRANTS
Blue Capacity is proud to be partnering with the International Underwater Glider Conference 2026 (IUGC 2026) to provide travel support grants for students and early-career researchers (defined as a researcher who has held a PhD or equivalent qualification for a period less than or equal to five years at the time of their application) wishing to attend the conference in November 2026.
Through this partnership, a limited number of grants will be available to help reduce financial barriers and enable emerging researchers to participate, present their work, and engage with the global underwater glider community. This initiative aims to foster professional development, strengthen international collaboration, and support the next generation of scientists contributing to underwater glider research.
Grants will support eligible students and early-career researchers with flights, accommodation, and conference registration costs. To help extend this opportunity to as many researchers as possible, applicants are encouraged to consider their funding needs carefully when applying.
Students and early-career researchers are invited to submit original work aligned with the conference themes using the buttons below to apply. The abstract submission deadline is Friday 26 June 2026. All submissions will be reviewed by the conference Scientific Committee and the Blue Capacity team, with successful applicants notified by Monday 13 July 2026.
For more information, please see the conference website and we look forward to welcoming the next generation of researchers to Perth, Western Australia in November.
APPLY FOR A MICRO-GRANT
At Blue Capacity, applying for a micro-grant is simple and straightforward. Our program is designed to support early-career ocean professionals who are eager to grow their skills, expand their networks, and unlock new career opportunities. By providing accessible funding, we help remove barriers that can limit innovation and impact in the ocean space. Explore our application guidelines, check your eligibility, and take the first step toward turning your ideas into action.
Explore our application guidelines to understand the process, check your eligibility to ensure you meet the criteria, and take the first step toward transforming your ideas into meaningful action for the ocean. Whether you’re seeking to build skills, grow your network, or advance your research, Blue Capacity micro-grants are here to help you make it happen.