The BSPR Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 Bursary supports early-career researchers to attend the British Society for Proteomics Research's annual meeting, which focuses on the latest advances in proteomics technology, research discoveries, and computational data analysis. The bursary exists to enable broader participation, particularly for those who might otherwise be unable to attend, and to foster the next generation of proteomics and computational biology researchers.

Eligibility: Typically open to BSPR members, with priority for students, early-career researchers, and those presenting abstracts (though registration/abstract submission is closed for 2026). - Demonstrated relevance of the applicant's research to proteomics, computational biology, or data analysis. - Quality and impact of the applicant's research, as evidenced by publications, preprints, or presentations. - Financial need and/or lack of alternative funding. - Potential benefit from attending the meeting and the post-conference bioinformatics training workshop. - For bursaries, applicants may need to submit a CV, a statement of motivation, and possibly a letter of support.

Past winners are typically PhD students, postdocs, and early-career researchers in proteomics, mass spectrometry, and computational biology from UK and international institutions. They often present posters or talks at the meeting and have research aligned with the meeting's themes (e.g., proteomics technology, data analysis, computational approaches). Named examples are not listed on the page, but the profile is consistent with the BSPR's mission to support emerging scientists.

The ideal applicant is an early-career researcher (PhD student or postdoc) with a strong background in proteomics or computational biology, who has produced relevant research (e.g., in protein structure, drug-protein interactions, or bioinformatics). They are eager to engage with the community, present their work, and benefit from the training workshop, and they demonstrate financial need or limited access to such conferences.