Thanks to funding from UKRI-BBSRC and in partnership with the Physics of Life Network (PoLNET), the Royal Microscopical Society and the Institute of Physics, we are delighted to offer a Carer's Bursary to support attendance at a scientific conference, meeting or workshop.
Are you a carer balancing caring responsibilities with a passion for bioimaging or biophysics research? If so, we want to help you attend your next scientific meeting, conference, or workshop!
The Carer’s Bursary, supported by BioImaging UK and PoLNET provides financial assistance to researchers who have caregiving responsibilities, including:
✅ Children – Daily care, supervision, education, and emotional support
✅ Elderly Family Members – Mobility assistance, healthcare support, and companionship
✅ Individuals with Disabilities or Illnesses – Personal care, medication management, and access to services
✅ Other Dependents – Extended family or individuals requiring temporary or long-term care
Who is eligible?
This bursary is open to all carers who are presenting their work at a conference, meeting or workshop, with priority given to those from low-income backgrounds.
What we offer
Up to £500 to BioImagingUK and PoLNET Network members who are presenting a poster or talk at a conference, meeting or workshop.
Post-application and Feedback
- Assessment Process: Applications will be reviewed by a panel from BioImagingUK and PoLNET. Awards will be based on the justification provided and potential career benefits
- Notification: You will be notified on the outcome of your application within 3 weeks of submission
- Post-Meeting Survey: Recipients may be required to complete a feedback survey after attending the event
- Call period: This is an open call and will remain active until September 2025 or until our funding is fully allocated (whichever comes first)
Apply here
If you have any questions, please email Karis Baker, UK Physics of Life Community Manger