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Events & Educational Support
Empowering researchers and students through education, funding, and equal opportunities.
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The Educational Support program of UKABCS is designed to empower students, researchers, and institutions by providing access to academic resources, professional training, and financial aid. Our goal is to reduce barriers to education and research by offering scholarships, fee waivers, mentorship, and special programs that strengthen careers and foster innovation in biotechnology and computational science.
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Applications for Educational Support are only accepted during official open calls.
If there is no active call announced on this page, applications will not be reviewed or processed.
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Applications for Educational Support are only accepted during official open calls.
If there is no active call announced on this page, applications will not be reviewed or processed.
Please check regularly for updates or subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed.
Educational Services (Non-Financial Support)
Non-financial support that focuses on building knowledge, skills, and professional growth. This includes workshops, free courses, mentorship, book clubs, and access to open educational resources.
Training workshops and webinars
Practical sessions designed to build technical knowledge and hands-on skills in biotechnology and computational science.
Free and discounted courses
Access to selected courses at no cost or with significant discounts to support continuous learning.
Mentorship programs with experts
One-to-one or group guidance from experienced professionals to support academic and career growth.
Book Club and discussion groups
Interactive forums where members engage in critical discussions about books, research, and scientific topics.
Access to digital resources and templates
A library of ready-to-use research tools, templates, and open resources to streamline learning and project work.
Career development and internship opportunities
Support in CV writing, interview preparation, and access to internships with partner institutions.
Financial Support (Funding & Scholarships)
Non-financial support that focuses on building knowledge, skills, and professional growth. This includes workshops, free courses, mentorship, book clubs, and access to open educational resources.
Tuition support and scholarships (partial or full)
Financial aid covering part or all of tuition fees for students and early-career researchers.
Conference travel and registration grants
Funding to help members attend and present at national and international conferences.
Fee waivers for UKABCS programs or membership
Exemptions from program or membership fees to ensure access for talented but financially constrained applicants.
Research competition prizes and innovation awards
Recognition and rewards for outstanding research or innovative projects, often linked to grants or free program access.
Courses & Training open calls
Gain new skills through free and discounted courses, practical workshops, and training programs in biotechnology and computational science—designed to support researchers at every stage of their academic journey.
Books & Audio-Resources open calls
Access scientific books and references in both print and audio formats, alongside our Book Club for critical discussions—making complex knowledge simple, accessible, and available anytime, anywhere.
The UK Association for Biotechnology & Computational Science (UKABCS), in partnership with Bioinformatics Gate, proudly introduces a landmark initiative: the complete audio-explained edition of “Essentials of Computational Chemistry: Theory and Modelling”, now available in both Arabic and English. This is not just an audiobook—it is a pioneering step in making one of the most important references in computational chemistry truly accessible to students and researchers worldwide.
Read MoreThe UK Association for Biotechnology & Computational Science (UKABCS), in collaboration with EBO Bio Solution (UK), proudly introduces a landmark initiative: the Reference Audio Book Edition of “Essentials of Computational Chemistry: Theory and Modelling”.
Read MoreCompetitions & Grants open calls
Participate in research competitions and innovation grants that reward outstanding projects with prizes, funding, and international publication opportunities. A platform to showcase your ideas and turn them into impact.
Career & Mentorship
Benefit from one-to-one or group mentorship with experts, career development support including CV and recommendation letter preparation, and internship opportunities with partner institutions.
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