Student Travel Bursary
The Student Travel Bursary supports student members to attend AMI and AMI-sponsored events. As funds are limited, applicants should first explore departmental support so that bursaries can be reserved for those with the greatest financial need. AMI aims to ensure fair and equitable access to these valuable opportunities for all students.
Although this grant is highly competitive, we will strive to support as many eligible members as possible within the constraints of available funds.
AMI now welcomes applications from Trainee Members, including those on clinical pathways or apprenticeships, and actively encourages individuals developing their professional skills through these routes to apply.
Benefits of becoming a Global Ambassador
In recognition of your contribution, you’ll receive:
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Professional development and international networking opportunities
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Increased visibility for your work through:
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A profile on the AMI website
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Features on AMI social media
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Opportunities to contribute to The Microbiologist magazine
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Free AMI membership for you, and for up to five of your students or colleagues
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Free trial memberships for students at your institution or organisation
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A physical AMI merchandise appreciation package
Candidate Requirements
Global Ambassadors are passionate advocates for applied microbiology and play an important role in representing AMI worldwide. Applicants should:
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Be an established academic, researcher, or industry professional in microbiology or a related field
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Demonstrate alignment with AMI’s mission and values
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Be actively engaged within their regional scientific or professional community
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Have the ability to connect AMI with new audiences and support membership growth
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Be willing represent AMI professionally at events, conferences, and within regional networks
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Be able to commit approximately five hours per month to the Global Ambassador programme
Selection is competitive and based on leadership potential, regional influence, and the ability to support AMI’s global reach.
What support will AMI provide?
To help our Ambassadors in their role, AMI provides:
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Promotional materials and merchandise to assist in membership recruitment
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Financial support for ambassador-led events and projects (subject to approval)
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Dedicated staff support for organising and promoting events
Selection Criteria
- Relevance of the event to the applicant's field of study or research.
- Potential impact on the applicant’s academic and professional development.
- Fair distribution of funds among applicants (consideration for applicants who have not previously received an AMI grant).
Post-Event Requirements
- Grant recipients are required to submit a one-line quote / testimonial summarising their experience at the event along with their claim.
- AMI claim form, all relevant receipts and certificate/proof of attendance must be submitted within six weeks of the event.
Application Process
- Applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. Those submitted by the final day of the month will receive a decision within four weeks (for example, applications received by 31 January will be reviewed, with outcomes available from 28 February).