Elizabeth Sunday, Iowa State University
2025 Recipient
“Attending the SSA meeting boosted my confidence as a researcher and presenter. It allowed me to refine my presentation skills and expand my professional network which is important to my career advancement.”
Umar Afegbua Kadiri, Centre for Geodesy and Geodynamics, Nigeria
2025 Recipient
“By facilitating attendance at conferences, these grants encourage the exchange of ideas, foster collaboration, and promote innovation. To my peers and other members, the Grant was a transformative experience that opened doors to new career opportunities and enhanced their professional profiles.”
Yuchen Wang, Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology
2025 Recipient
“At a time when many research institutions are cutting back on funding, I am deeply grateful to the Seismological Society of America for generously providing this support, which enabled me to attend the conference in Baltimore and present my research”
Cherilyn Toro-Acosta, University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez
2024 Recipient
“The most valuable aspect of the meeting for me was the networking opportunities. I was able to connect with leading researchers, potential advisors, and industry professionals who provided me with valuable advice and insights regarding my career path and future research directions.”
Jean-Joel Legre, University of Rochester
2024 Recipient
“The most valuable aspect of the meeting was the quality of the sessions and talks. The selection of abstracts for the event did not disappoint. The program offered a wide variety of research topics, from Earth deep interior to Mars, and the future of planetary seismology.”
Steve Carr, University of Rochester
2023 Recipient
“The Annual Meeting Travel Grant represents a significant opportunity for me. It is not only financial support that enabled my participation in this year’s SSA meeting, but it also represents the Society’s commitment to the sharing of scientific knowledge without economic boundaries.”
Lucia Gonzalez, University of Texas El Paso
2023 Recipient
“Do not miss the chance to apply and experience one of the most fulfilling and rewarding meetings out there. To [all] who have donated in order to keep granting travel funds, thank you so much for all that you do for the community!”