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Each year, the Graduate Student Travel Support Award makes it possible for PhD candidates to present their work and connect with leading experts in toxicology. This award provides financial assistance for students to attend the 2026 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo, taking place March 22–25, 2026, in San Diego, California, where they can showcase their work, exchange ideas with leading scientists, and expand their professional connections.
Who Is Eligible?
To be considered for the Graduate Student Travel Support Award, applicants must be enrolled as a PhD candidate in toxicology as of March 2026, be selected to present in a Poster or Platform Session at the SOT Annual Meeting, hold an active SOT Student membership (or submit a pending membership application by September 30, 2025), and submit an abstract by the early deadline of October 9, 2025.
Please note: The Graduate Student Travel Support application is due on October 9, 2025. The general abstract deadline for non-award applicants is November 13, 2025.
How to Apply
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Record Your Control ID: Upon abstract submission, you will receive a Control ID number. This number is essential for your Graduate Student Travel Support application, so be sure to include it.
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Request a Letter of Recommendation: Request a letter of recommendation from your advisor. Once you provide their contact information, the system will prompt them to upload their letter.
This award ensures that students can present their research to a global audience and gain visibility at one of the most prominent toxicology conferences in the world.
Take the next step in your scientific journey—apply for the Graduate Student Travel Support Award by October 9, 2025.
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