Metabolomics Society Early-Career Awards

The Metabolomics Society Early-Career Awards recognize outstanding academic achievement.  Early-career researchers* (ECRs) can apply for one of (10) Early-Career Travel Awards ($650) to support their attendance at the Metabolomics Society annual conference. If successful, they are eligible to compete for the Metabolomics Society Early-Career Prize ($200), awarded to the top-scoring ECR presentation.

*Eligibility, applicants must be:

• Within 5 years of obtaining highest degree.
• DEADLINE: A current/paid member of the Metabolomics Society continuously for at least 3 months prior to the conference (by March 21, 2026)
• Submit an abstract for the conference, say Yes to applying for Metabolomics Society Travel Award.
• DEADLINE to submit an abstract has been extended to March 12 (oral abstract submission deadline). You must submit in the “Oral or Poster” category to be considered.
• Register for the conference and attend in person.
• Not eligible for the Metabolomics Society Student Travel Awards

Student and Early-Career abstracts that are submitted for travel awards will be reviewed by the SOC.  You can only receive one award, either from the Society or an affiliate/sponsor.

Metabolomics Society Student Awards

The Metabolomics Society Student Awards recognize outstanding academic achievement.  Students* can apply for one of ten Metabolomics Society Student Travel Awards ($650) to support their attendance at the Metabolomics Society annual conference. If successful they are then eligible to compete for the Metabolomics Society Student Prize ($200), awarded to the best student presentation.

*Eligibility, applicants must be:

• Currently enrolled in full-time or part-time education, studying for either an undergraduate degree (BSc) or higher degree (MSc, PhD).
• DEADLINE: A Student Member of the Metabolomics Society continuously for at least 3 months prior to the conference (by March 21, 2026)
• Submit an abstract for the conference, say Yes to applying for Metabolomics Society Travel Award.
• DEADLINE to submit an abstract has been extended to March 12 (oral abstract submission deadline). You must submit in the “Oral or Poster” category to be considered.
• Register for the conference and attend in person.

Student and Early-Career abstracts that are submitted for travel awards will be reviewed by the SOC.  You can only receive one award, either from the Society or an affiliate/sponsor.

Low and Middle-Income Country Awards (LMIC)

Introduced at the 2023 conference, we’re pleased to continue the Low and Middle-Income Country Awards (LMIC). Attendees from a low or middle-income country can apply for one of (5) Travel Awards to support their attendance at Metabolomics 2026. This award is available to all career statuses, including students, ECRs and professional scientists. Recipients will receive complimentary conference registration, plus $1,000 USD to apply towards travel expenses.

*Eligibility, applicants must be:

• Currently residing and studying/working in a low or middle-income country. Click here to view the list of countries
• A current/paid member of the Metabolomics Society continuously for at least 3 months prior to the conference (by March 21, 2026)
• Submit an abstract for the conference in the "Oral or Poster" category, and check the box for LMIC Travel Award
• DEADLINE to submit an abstract has been extended to March 12 (oral abstract submission deadline). You must submit in the “Oral or Poster” category to be considered.
• Registered for the conference and attend in person
• Cannot receive multiple awards (such as EMN Award or Society Awards)

2026 EMN Travel Bursary Award
Provided by the Early-Career Members Network (EMN) of the Metabolomics Society

The 2026 EMN Travel Bursary Awards aim to provide support for Early-Career scientists* to attend and actively participate in Metabolomics 2026 in Buenos Aires to promote their professional development. The EMN bursary is intended to support Early-Career members with a special interest in joining the EMN. The Metabolomics Society strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and equality; therefore, we highly encourage applications from low- and middle-income countries.

To apply, submit an abstract for the conference and select “Yes” for the EMN Travel Bursary. Complete all application questions that follow. There is not a separate application form, the application is contained within the abstract submission process. Decisions will be communicated to all applicants over email by early May, and winners will be announced on the Metabolomics Society website, social media platforms and in the MetaboNews newsletter.

*EMN Award Eligibility, applicants must:

• Be an Early Career Researcher (e.g., bachelor’s, master’s, PhD student; post-doc; or equivalent) within 5 years of receiving their highest degree.
• Be a member of the Metabolomics Society by March 21, 2026
• Register for the conference, submit an abstract for poster or oral presentation and attend in person
• Attend the EMN events at the conference (e.g. EMN Reception, Career Night and Workshop) and be interested in joining EMN
• Consent to their information being published on Met Soc related platforms

Application deadline has been extended to March 12, 2026 (abstract must also be submitted by March 12).

You may apply for both: the EMN Award + Metabolomics Society Award, but may only receive one of these awards. Both oral presentations and poster presentations will be considered for the EMN award.  Up to (4) travel awards will be equally distributed between (i) graduate students (master or PhD students) and (ii) post-doctoral researchers to cover conference-related costs up to $650 USD.

Read the complete announcement and terms here.

Questions, contact info.emn@metabolomicssociety.org.

Latin American Metabolic Profiling Society (LAMPS) Travel Awards

To support the participation of graduate students and postdocs residing and studying/working in Latin American countries, the Latin American Metabolic Profiling Society (LAMPS) will award travel grants to cover registration fees.

Travel grant awardees will be announced on March 25, 2026. Gender balance, equitable geographical and minority representation will be taken into consideration.

Guidelines and requirements:

Deadline extended: March 12, 2026.

Send the following information to lampsnetwork@gmail.com using as e-mail subject "Travel Grant Metabolomics 2026".

• The graduate student/postdoc must be residing and studying/working in a Latin American country.
• The graduate student/postdoc must have submitted an abstract for oral or poster presentation. Please attach the submission proof.
• The awardees will have two days to communicate the acceptance of the travel grant after the notification.
• The awardees must be members of the Metabolomics Society or become members before accepting the travel grant.
• Attach a short CV (Maximum 1 page).
• Attach a <300-word letter indicating your motivation for attending Metabolomics 2026. This letter must have the approval or endorsement of your advisor.

Swiss Met Soc Travel Awards

The Swiss Metabolomics Society is providing (2) Travel Awards in the amount of 500 CHF each. These awards are dedicated to assisting attendees from a Swiss institution (organization). Must be a PhD student or post-doc (within 5 years of obtaining PhD) currenting studying or working at a Swiss institution.

You must submit an abstract for the conference in the “Oral or Poster” category and say "Yes" to apply for a Metabolomics Society Travel Award before the March 12 deadline. Recipients are required to attend the conference in person and present their work to receive the award payment.

RFMF - French-speaking Metabolomics and Fluxomics Network Travel Awards

RFMF offers travel grants through their website, up to 1,000 Euros each. To be eligible, applicants need to submit an abstract and present either a poster or orally.

You must complete the application form on the RFMF site. For complete terms and the application form visit: https://www.rfmf.fr/bourse-de-voyage/.

You also need to submit your abstract through the Metabolomics 2026 conference website. Deadline to apply for an RFMF travel grant used for Metabolomics 2026 is April 21.

Student Photographer Awards

Calling Student Photographers!

Two (2) Student Photographers are needed to document the sessions and capture the atmosphere of the meeting. If you have experience with photography, and you would be interested in this opportunity, we welcome your application. Photographers must have their own equipment and supplies.  The two selected photographers will each receive a $500 USD Travel Award.

To be considered please send an e-mail to info@metabolomicssociety.org that contains the following:

• Name
• Student Status and School
• Equipment – type of camera you would use
• Availability – are you able to attend all 4 days of the event, Sunday – Wednesday?
• Experience – brief summary of your photography experience, 1-2 sentences.

If selected, you will be able to coordinate with the other student photographer to create an even mix of photography time and session participation. Deadline to submit your interest is April 29.