We are thrilled to announce the revival of a tradition within the International Association of Physics Students – the Worldwide Grant. This initiative is designed to empower physics students from all corners of the globe to participate in the International Conference of Physics Students (ICPS) by offering financial support for their travel expenses.
Grant Details:
Supporting Amount: 3500€
Supported Students: Minimum of 10
Supported Amount per Student: 50% of their travel expenses, up to 300€
To ensure fairness and inclusivity, applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Active engagement in IAPS or IAPS TC/LC
- Motivation to attend ICPS2026 (evaluated through the Statement of Motivation).
- Current academic level (Bachelor’s and Master’s students may receive additional consideration due to generally having fewer funding opportunities than PhD students).
- Geographic diversity among the selected awardees (to avoid a disproportionate number of grants being awarded to applicants from the same country)
Requirements:
- Be a current IAPS Member.
- Accept the IAPS Privacy Policy, Code of Conduct, and all other applicable IAPS regulations.
- Not be a member of the current IAPS EC.
- Present a poster or an oral presentation at ICPS2026.
- Not receive equivalent financial support for the same travel expenses from another grant or funding programme.
Recipients of the ICPS 2026 Worldwide Grant are expected to:
- Attend the full ICPS2026 conference.
- Contribute to IAPS outreach activities during or after the conference (e.g. by writing an article, recording a testimonial, or creating other promotional content for IAPS).
Awarding Process:
The Worldwide Grant is reimbursed after ICPS2026. To receive the reimbursement, awardees must:
- Submit all required travel receipts and supporting documents.
- Complete the reimbursement form provided by the Executive Committee.
- Fulfil the expectations described above.
We believe that fostering diverse representation and providing financial assistance to deserving students aligns with the core values of IAPS. The ICPS 2026 Worldwide Grant aims to facilitate meaningful connections and knowledge exchange among the next generation of physics leaders.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a truly global gathering of physics enthusiasts at ICPS 2026. Apply now and embark on an unforgettable journey of learning, networking, and discovery!