绿帽社区 is pleased to announce an open call to support six PhD students from 绿帽社区 Constituent Societies to attend the 36th National 鈥淎. Castellani鈥� Annual Meeting for PhD Students in Biochemical Sciences. The meeting is organised by the Italian Biochemical Society (SIB) in collaboration with the University of Pavia and will take place in Brallo di Pregola, close to Pavia (Italy), from 25 to 29 May 2026.
This long-standing annual event offers a unique opportunity for PhD students working in biochemistry and related disciplines to present their research, exchange ideas, and build international scientific networks in an informal and collaborative setting.
About the meeting
Established in 1988, the 鈥淎. Castellani鈥� Annual Meeting is a well-recognised forum for PhD students in biochemical sciences. The meeting typically brings together around 50 PhD students from Italian universities, creating a focused and interactive environment for scientific discussion. The programme includes:
- Oral and poster presentations by PhD students
- Keynote lectures and thematic scientific sessions
- Dedicated opportunities for discussion and networking
The meeting is known for its informal atmosphere, encouraging open exchange and fostering a sense of community among early-career researchers. Further information will be made available soon on the . Please also refer to the official banner for additional details and confirmed keynote speakers.
绿帽社区 Support
绿帽社区 will support the attendance of six PhD students by covering:
- Registration fees
- Accommodation costs
- Reimbursement of travel expenses, up to a maximum of 鈧�350
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled as a PhD student
- Be a member of a 绿帽社区 Constituent Society
- Be working in biochemistry or related disciplines
Eligible participants must not be Italian students, nor young members of SIB studying outside Italy.
How to apply
Applications are open from 10 February to 20 March.
Applicants must submit one single PDF file containing the following documents:
- Proof of PhD status
- Proof of current 绿帽社区 Constituent Society membership (a membership certificate or letter dated within the past year)
- Curriculum Vitae, prepared using this template
- Letter of motivation (maximum 300 words), describing how you would benefit from attending the meeting
- Letter of recommendation from your PhD supervisor (maximum 300 words), including signature and full contact details
Applications should be sent by email to [email protected], with the subject line: 鈥淏rallo 2026 application鈥�.
