Baruch Blumberg Grants in Astrobiology

About this program

The American Philosophical Society, in partnership with the Green Bank Observatory, offers Baruch Blumberg Grants in Astrobiology to support fieldwork in China, research collaborations, and conference attendance related to astrobiology. Awards typically range from $5,000 to $7,000 and may cover travel, subsistence, lodging, and personal field equipment for activities beginning May 2027 or later. Eligible applicants include graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and scientists within five years of their doctorate who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals affiliated with a U.S.-based institution. Applications, including two recommendation letters and appropriate safety and training information, are due November 16, 2026.