2026 Population, Evolutionary, and Quantitative Genetics Conference
2026 Population, Evolutionary, and Quantitative Genetics Conference
A variety of awards and grants from GSA and other organizations help recognize the outstanding achievements of community members, offset conference travel costs, and support parents and caregivers.
Applications are due January 14, 2026.
The James F. Crow Early Career Researcher Award is presented by GSA to recognize outstanding achievements by students and recent PhDs conducting population, evolutionary, or quantitative genetics research. Finalists for the Crow Award will present their research at #PEQG26 in a high-profile Plenary session.
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Support the Crow Award Fund
Ensure the sustainability of this community award by contributing to the Crow Award Fund. GSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Contributions may be tax deductible.
Awards will be given for the best poster presentations at the in-person meeting by GSA undergraduate and graduate student members. Judges take both scientific merit and clarity of presentation into account. You must be the first AND presenting author on the abstract to be eligible for an award. You must also be a GSA student member at the time you submit your abstract and must check the option during abstract submission to enter your poster in the competition.
Winners will be announced during the conference. All candidates must participate in the live Q&A for their poster to be eligible for an award. PIs and postdocs who are GSA members can indicate during registration if they would like to help with judging.
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The DeLill Nasser Award is currently open. The deadline for applications is October 1, 2025.
The award supports geneticists in their graduate or postdoctoral career stages by funding participation in conferences and laboratory courses.
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To promote excellence in undergraduate research and education, the Genetics Society of America established the Undergraduate Travel Awards, which support registration costs for undergraduate members who are presenting at a GSA conference.