In an effort to encourage support of original work across the spectrum of science and technology and to promote an appreciation within society at large for the role reseach plays in human progress,  the Northwestern chapter of Sigma Xi annually sponsors the SIGMA XI TRAVEL GRANT AWARD.  This award is based upon outstanding poster presentations at the Undergraduate Research Symposium poster competition held annually in May.  2 undergraduate researchers are chosen to be awarded an all-expense paid travel to the Sigma Xi annual Meeting and Student Research Conference.

National SIGMA XI GRANTS:

March 15 and October 15 are the application deadlines for the national GRANTS-IN-AID OF RESEARCH annually awarded for research grants of up to $1,000 to support investigation in any field of science and engineering, including the social sciences.

Special funds allow grants of up to $5,000 for astronomy and $2,500 for eye or vision related research. Grant proposals are judged by a volunteer committee from the national membership solely based upon their scientific merit. Visit www.sigmaxi.org for details.

MONIE FERST AWARD HONORS INSPIRING TEACHERS:

March 1 is the nomination deadline for Sigma Xi's Monie Ferst Award, which honors science and engineering teachers who have inspired their students to significant research achievements. This national award is sponsored by the Georgia Institute of Technology Chapter of Sigma Xi and recognizes those who have made "notable contributions to the motivation and encouragement of research through education."

The Ferst Award consists of a medal and $5,000. Visit www.sigmaxi.org for details.