The Society for the Protection of Underground Networks (SPUN) and the Global Initiative of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment are offering two student awards to assist with conference costs for the Global Soil Biodiversity Conference 2026.

SPUN is offering free registration for seven (7) students globally, and the Global Initiative of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment is offering free registration and a small travel award ($650 each) to two (2) students traveling from Africa. These students will also receive mentorship from senior soil biodiversity researchers and access to networking opportunities throughout the conference.