Soffen Memorial Grants for Travel

The Gerald A. Soffen Memorial Fund is pleased to announce the final 2011
Travel Grants, which are awarded to students pursuing undergraduate or
graduate degrees in aerospace-related sciences or engineering fields
(astrobiology, astronomy, earth and space science, engineering, etc.) to
attend a meeting at which they will present their research.

The Travel Grants, in the amount of $500, enable student recipients to
attend professional meetings to present their research. The Fall 2011
Travel Grant application deadline is October 15, 2011.

Jerry Soffen, a biologist by training, led a distinguished career in
NASA, including serving as the Project Scientist for Viking and as an
architect for the NASA Astrobiology Institute. The Travel Grant
continues Jerry’s dedication to educating and involving future
generations in space science and engineering pursuits. The electronic
application materials and instructions are accessible through the Soffen
Fund website:

http://nasa-academy.org/soffen/travelgrant/

Questions regarding the application or application process may be sent
to: travelgrant@nasa-academy.org