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2nd February 2007, 02:34 AM
http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja07/?content=berkner&show=travel_elig


Berkner Travel Fellowship Eligibility Requirements
Students and young scientists from economically depressed and developing countries may apply for a Berkner Travel Fellowship for the 2007 Joint Assembly to be held in Acapulco, Mexico. from Tuesday, 22 – Friday, 25 May 2007.
How to apply

You are eligible to apply if
you reside in one of the countries on the Berkner Travel Fellowship list (http://www.agu.org/meetings/Berkner_countries.html)
you are currently an AGU member, and
your birth date is after 31 December 1972 or you are enrolled at least half time as a student in a degree-granting institution
Apply Online via the Berkner Travel Fellowship Application form (http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja07/?content=berkner&show=travel_grant).
You must submit an abstract (http://submissions5.agu.org/submission/entrance.asp) on which you are the first author and the presenter. A copy of that abstract must accompany your application.
A supporting letter from your faculty advisor or work supervisor must also accompany your application.
The application and a copy of the abstract and supporting letter may also be sent by e-mail, fax or expedited mail. All items must reach AGU by 15 February 2007, the travel fellowship deadline. You are not eligible if you have previously received an AGU travel grant.
Important Dates
Abstract Deadline: Abstracts must be received at AGU headquarters by 1 March 2007. See complete information on abstract submission. (http://www.agu.org/meetings/ja07/?content=program)
Application Deadline: Applications must be received at AGU headquarters by 15 February 2007. Early submission of abstracts and applications is recommended. All necessary documentation must accompany the application or it will not be considered. Submission of your abstract with this application does NOT mean your abstract has been submitted for the meeting. You MUST submit your abstract separately either via postal/express mail or by electronic submission. Check the Web site for submission details. There is no fee for submission of abstract.
Please allow for sufficient time to obtain a Visa and note that the applicants from some countries must now apply at least three months in advance of their travel date.
Amount of Fellowship
The total number of travel fellowships is limited. The amounts will vary depending on geographic location and the recipient's other funding.