Applied Microbiology International primarily supports its member community through small, targeted grants that help people participate in the field, build skills, and advance applied microbiology research. Its giving is especially geared toward students, early-career professionals, and researchers with strong practical or sustainability-linked projects, with an explicit emphasis on inclusivity and access. The organization also funds public engagement and community outreach efforts that make microbiology more accessible to wider audiences.
Mostly small, member-focused grants and bursaries; awards are typically application-based, tied to specific events or project needs, and often capped at modest amounts (roughly £200 to £2,000). Support appears to be offered year-round or through recurring program cycles rather than large open-ended grants, with some funds targeted to travel, accessibility, or early-stage research.
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Applicants should be AMI members and align proposals closely with the specific program purpose, whether that is event travel, training, outreach, or research. Emphasize financial need, active participation in a scientific event, or the project’s sustainability/UNSDG relevance where applicable; some awards are small and likely competitive, so a clear case for impact and eligibility is important.
Current and upcoming funding from Applied Microbiology International that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Current AMI Full, Fellow or Associate members with at least 13 months continuous active membership and active participation in an eligible meeting/event.
Deadline: Applications should be submitted at least six weeks before the event.
Who can apply: Current active Student, Trainee, Associate, Fellow or Full AMI membership. Priority to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students who have not received an AMI grant in the 12 months preceding the event date. Active participation in the event is required.
Deadline: Monthly review; final day of each month. Applicants are expected to apply at least six weeks before the event.
Who can apply: Open to Full, Fellow and Associate members with at least 13 months continuous active AMI membership. Applicants must be actively participating in the event. Previous recipients may not apply in the subsequent year. The event must align with AMI strategic goals.
Deadline: Monthly review; final day of each month. First 2026 monthly deadline noted as 31 December 2025 for review in January 2026.
Who can apply: Current AMI Full, Fellow or Associate members with at least 13 months of continuous active membership. Previous successful applicants may reapply once every three years. Unsuccessful applicants may reapply in future cycles.
Deadline: Monthly review; final day of each month.
Who can apply: Full, Associate or Fellow members with at least 13 months of continuous membership. Open to academic, industry, clinical, or community-based settings. Projects must demonstrate clear public engagement value and alignment with AMI strategic goals.
Deadline: Quarterly review; applications must be submitted at least six weeks before the planned activity date.
Who can apply: Current active Student, Trainee, Associate, Fellow or Full AMI membership. Priority to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students who have not received an AMI grant in the 12 months preceding the event date. Active participation in the event is required.
Deadline: Monthly review; final day of each month. Applicants are asked to apply at least six weeks before the event.
Who can apply: Open to supervisors of undergraduate or recently graduated students in a microbiology-related degree program. Supervising mentor must be an active Full, Fellow or Associate AMI member with 13 months continuous membership. Projects must be completed during the summer vacation period and last up to seven weeks.
Deadline: 14 February annually; the 2026 round is closed.
Who can apply: Members in their first professional appointment, within the first three years of starting that position. Open to AMI Full, Fellow or Associate members with at least 13 months continuous membership. Projects already supported by another source (£30,000+) are not eligible, and applicants must not have previously received this award.
Deadline: Annual deadline: 30 April.
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