GCC2026 Fellowships

We are pleased to offer several fellowship opportunities to support attendance at the Galaxy Community Conference 2026 in Clermont-Ferrand, France. These awards will help early-career researchers and new Galaxy users participate in this premier event.

Available Fellowships

JXTX Foundation Scholarships

The JXTX Foundation will award scholarships in two tiers:

• Tier 1 (1 award): Conference registration + transportation to and from the conference (up to US$1,500)
• Tier 2 (2 awards): Conference registration only

JJ Fund Travel Fellowships

The JJ Fund will award two fellowships to graduate students or postdoctoral researchers:

• 2 fellowships: Up to $1,200 in reasonable travel expenses (does not include registration)

Galaxy Community Fund Scholarships

The Galaxy Community Fund will award UP TO:

• 4 registration-only scholarships: Full conference registration
• 4 registration + travel scholarships: Full conference registration plus up to $1,500 in reasonable travel expenses
• 10 virtual registration scholarships: Full virtual conference registration

Eligibility

Anyone in the early stages of their career can apply, with preference given to:

• Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers
• Early-career scientists (students and postdocs)
• Researchers who are new to the Galaxy community
• Applicants from the University of Minnesota or other upper Midwestern schools

Review Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

• Quality of application: Clear articulation of why you want to attend GCC and learn more about the Galaxy platform and community
• Early career stage: Students and postdocs are preferred
• New to Galaxy: Applicants who are new to the Galaxy community and eager to learn are favored

Awards will go to applicants with the overall strongest applications. All applicants will be automatically considered for each award they are eligible for.

What to Include in Your Application

Your application will ask about:

• Your scientific interests and research
• Your interest in the Galaxy platform
• Why you are interested in attending GCC 2026
• How attending GCC will benefit your career and research

Important Dates

• Application deadline: March 15, 2026
• Winners announced: March 31, 2026

Apply Now

All fellowships use a single application form. You will be automatically considered for all awards for which you are eligible.

Questions?

For questions about JXTX or JJ Fund fellowships, please visit the JXTX Foundation website or contact them directly.

For questions about Galaxy Community Fund scholarships, please contact the GCC2026 organizing committee.

The JXTX Foundation honors the legacy of James P. Taylor, a pioneering genomics and data science researcher and beloved mentor. The JJ Fund supports graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in genomics and data-intensive biology.