Biological and Environmental Fund,University of Helsinki - Travel grants

Travel and research grant for genetics (University of Helsinki)

You will receive up to 3,000 EUR in combined research and travel funding from the University of Helsinki’s Biology and Environment Fund. You may use the money for a trip abroad in connection with your genetic research. You have up to three years from the date of approval to spend the funds. The fund is one of over 350 funds at the University of Helsinki, which together award around 400,000 euros annually to students and researchers.

Who can apply

• Where you study: You are studying or conducting research at the University of Helsinki.
• Level: You hold a Master’s degree and work in the field of genetic research, for example as a PhD student or researcher.
• Field: You work in the field of genetics.
• Nationality: Any nationality can apply.
• Study progress: Your credits and marks reflect the time you have spent studying so far.
• Purpose of the trip: You can explain why the trip is important for your research and that the funding will make a real financial difference.
• Not on the payroll: If you are employed by the university, you are not eligible for a scholarship. However, you may apply for a period within these three years during which you are not employed by the university.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted via the University of Helsinki’s funding portal during the annual application round. This begins at the end of January and ends at the beginning of February. You must attach a research proposal and a CV as PDF files. Decisions will be made by the end of April, and all applicants will be informed personally of the outcome.

If you are pursuing genetics research in Finland, our guide Scholarships in Finland brings together further funding options that may support your work.