Deadline: 13-Feb-2026
The TREASURE Action offers the Young Researcher and Innovator (YRI) Conference Grant to support early-career researchers under 40 in presenting their work at high-level third-party conferences. The program provides funding for travel, accommodation, registration, and other participation costs, aiming to enhance professional networks, increase visibility, and foster knowledge exchange within the scientific community.
Programme Overview
The YRI Conference Grant Program aims to:
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Support the COST Excellence and Inclusiveness Policy
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Help young researchers and innovators build strong research networks
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Increase visibility within the scientific community through active participation
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Contribute to the overall visibility and impact of the TREASURE Action
This is the first YRI Conference Grant initiative under COST Action CA22114.
Funding Details
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Number of Grants: 3
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Grant Amounts:
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Face-to-face conferences: up to EUR 1,000
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Online conferences: up to EUR 500
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Eligible Costs: Travel, accommodation, subsistence, registration fees, and general participation expenses (full costs may not be covered)
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Payment Conditions: Funds are released after confirmed attendance at the conference
Eligibility
Applicants must:
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Be under 40 years of age
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Be members of COST Action CA22114
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Have an accepted oral or poster presentation directly related to TREASURE Action scope
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Participate in a conference fully organized by a third party (not organized or co-organized by COST)
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Attend the conference before 1 October 2026
Application Requirements
Applications are submitted through the e-COST management system and must include:
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Completed application form highlighting the relevance of the conference and potential career impact
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Accepted abstract demonstrating TREASURE-related scientific work
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Acceptance or invitation letter from the conference
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Applicant’s CV
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Details of requested budget and attendance type (online or face-to-face)
Applicants must demonstrate how the conference will:
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Strengthen professional networks
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Enhance visibility in the research community
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Support knowledge development within the scope of TREASURE
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Maintain balance across COST Action Working Groups
Post-Conference Reporting
Grantees are required to submit, within 30 days of the conference end date:
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A report detailing outcomes, including collaborations and visibility
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Certificate of attendance
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Official conference documentation confirming presentation
Failure to submit required documentation may result in grant cancellation.
FAQs
Q1: Who is eligible to apply?
A1: COST Action CA22114 members under the age of 40 with an accepted oral or poster presentation at a third-party conference.
Q2: What is the maximum funding available?
A2: EUR 1,000 for face-to-face conferences and EUR 500 for online conferences.
Q3: What expenses are covered?
A3: Travel, accommodation, subsistence, registration fees, and other general participation costs.
Q4: When must conferences be completed?
A4: All supported conferences must finish by 1 October 2026.
Q5: When is the grant paid?
A5: Payment is made after confirmed attendance and submission of post-conference documentation.
Q6: What documents are required for post-conference reporting?
A6: Certificate of attendance, official conference documentation confirming presentation, and a report on outcomes and collaborations.
Conclusion
The TREASURE YRI Conference Grant provides early-career researchers with a unique opportunity to gain international exposure, build professional networks, and showcase their scientific contributions. By supporting participation in high-level conferences, the program fosters knowledge exchange, strengthens research visibility, and enhances the career development of young innovators within the TREASURE Action.
For more information, visit TREASURE.