1. Grant Opportunity
Travel support for ISA 2026 participants
To strengthen diversity and inclusivity within the field of archaeometry, ISA2026 is launching a dedicated support program for young researchers. The initiative is designed to encourage participation from regions that are currently underrepresented in the archaeometric community.
Number of Grants
Four (4) awards will be made available to selected candidates thanks to a dedicated fundraising campaign launched by the CCR “La Venaria Reale” with the generous support of Fondazione Intesa Sanpaolo (link to project). Additional applications may be funded (fully or partially) with any remaining budget, after supporting the top four applications in the evaluation ranking.
Target Group
Eligible candidates are early-career researchers (under 35 years old) at the start of the conference, coming from Africa, Latin America, South and Southeast Asia, and conflict-affected areas.
Required Documentation
• Proof of acceptance of an oral or poster contribution at ISA2026
• Identity document
• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivation letter
Selection Criteria
• Origin from one of the eligible regions and compliance with the age limit
• Evaluation of the CV, reference letter, and motivation letter
Deadlines
• Application submission: 15th February 2026
• Notification of results: 15th March 2026 (to allow registration before the final deadline of 15th April 2026)
We warmly invite the ISA community to join this effort: every contribution helps us ensure broader participation and a richer, more globally representative dialogue in archaeometry.
2. Grant Opportunity
Divisione di Chimica dell'Ambiente e dei Beni Culturali della Società Chimica Italiana (SCI)
The Division of Environmental and Cultural Heritage Chemistry of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) announces the availability of a €500 grant to support the participation of young researchers in ISA 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Be members of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) in good standing for the year 2026, with formal affiliation to the Division of Environmental and Cultural Heritage Chemistry (ABC Division).
• Be under 35 years of age on 18th May 2026, the opening date of ISA 2026.
Application Procedure
Applications may be submitted only after receipt of the contribution acceptance notice. Completed applications must be sent by 30th January 2026 (11:59 PM CET) via email to info@isa2026torino.it, with the subject line: “Application – SCI-ABC Participation Grant”.
Each application must include a single PDF document containing the following information:
• Personal details and contact information
• Proof of SCI membership for 2026, specifying the ABC Division and membership number
• Title of the contribution accepted for presentation at ISA 2026
• A short motivation letter (maximum 1,000 characters) supporting the application
Grant Award and Payment
The selection process will be conducted by a Joint Evaluation Committee appointed by the ISA 2026 Organizing Committee in collaboration with the Board of the ABC Division.
Results will be communicated by 13th February 2026 via email to all applicants.
Successful candidates are required to complete their ISA 2026 registration and advance the corresponding fees and related expenses. The €500 grant will be transferred to the awardee
upon submission of:
• Proof of registration payment
• Certificate of participation in ISA 2026
• Official grant notification issued by the Evaluation Committee
The decision of the Committee shall be final and not subject to appeal.