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New Horizons in Science Travel Fellowships runs on an annual cycle.

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Focus: Support for science writers to attend CASW's annual New Horizons in Science briefing and science writer conferences.

Geographic Scope: Primarily United States; includes regional fellowships for international (Latin American and Caribbean) journalists

Eligibility:

Freelance science writers
Reporters from smaller metropolitan print and broadcast news outlets
Webcasters
Early-career journalists with demonstrated interest in science writing
Regional fellowships: Science journalists from Latin America and Caribbean regions

Award Details:

Purpose: Cover travel and attendance costs for New Horizons briefings and ScienceWriters conferences
Scope: Provides unique introduction to science reporting, professional development, networking
Long-term Benefit: Designed for enduring career impact in science journalism

Associated Conference:

Held annually in conjunction with National Association of Science Writers (NASW) ScienceWriters conference
Includes New Horizons science briefings, professional development workshops
Regional workshops may include story-pitching and bilingual sessions

Recent Years:

2019: Two New Horizons Travel Fellows + Five Regional Travel Fellowships (Latin America)
2018: 12 Latin American Regional Travel Fellowships from 38 applications
2009: Six fellowships for Austin, Texas event

Funder: Various (McCormick Foundation noted for 2009; general funding structure unclear)

Submit application demonstrating:
- Interest in science writing/reporting
- Current position and news outlet (or freelance status)
- Why attendance at New Horizons would benefit career
- Commitment to science journalism
For regional fellowships: Competitive selection from international applicants
Selected fellows notified prior to conference
Travel fellowships cover conference registration and transportation