International funderBased in United Kingdom

The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

Cambridge, United KingdomWebsite

About The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

The Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS) supports the microbiology community across Europe, with a strong emphasis on early-career development, scientific exchange, and capacity building. Its grants are designed to help researchers and trainees attend conferences, pursue training, complete research projects, and gain industry experience, rather than fund large institutional programs. It also backs the people and organizations that convene the field, including meeting organizers and member-society applicants.

Focus Areas

Microbiology Research TrainingEarly-Career Scientist DevelopmentScientific Conference Travel GrantsMicrobiology Capacity BuildingIndustry Placements for ResearchersMicrobiology Meeting and Workshop Support

Giving Approach

Primarily small, targeted grants awarded through program-specific application processes; support is usually for travel, attendance, training, short research projects, or event organization rather than unrestricted institutional funding. Funding appears to be recurring and Europe-focused, with awards aimed at individuals, trainees, and scientific organizers.

How to approach this funder

Review each grant program separately and apply through the relevant FEMS application route for the specific activity you need funded. Eligibility is Europe-focused and often geared toward early-career researchers, trainees, or member-society-connected applicants, so tailor your proposal to microbiology impact, professional development, and clear budget needs.

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The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

About The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

Focus Areas

Giving Approach

How to approach this funder

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Notable grantees:

Open Grant Opportunities

FEMS Meeting Organizer Grants

The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

About The Federation Of European Microbiological Societies

Focus Areas

Giving Approach

How to approach this funder

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The Grant Brief

Notable grantees:

Open Grant Opportunities

FEMS Meeting Organizer Grants