IPSERA 2027
Regenerative Visions
11–14 April 2027 · Bari, Italy
Supporting the next generation of researchers
IPSERA Bursaries
Financial support for PhD students and early-career researchers attending IPSERA events in person.
Each year, IPSERA offers a number of bursaries to support in-person participation in its main events: the Annual Conference and the Doctoral School.
Bursaries cover registration fees and some travel expenses, helping eligible researchers participate in the IPSERA community.
Who can apply?
PhD students
Doctoral researchers working on topics relevant to purchasing and supply management.
Recent PhD graduates
Postdoctoral researchers who graduated in the year preceding the conference.
In-person participants
Applicants seeking support to attend the annual conference or doctoral school in person.
How applications are assessed
Applications are evaluated on the basis of need and merit, taking into account the following criteria.
Funding needs. Limited or no alternative funding available to attend the conference.
Representation. Applicants from countries or universities under-represented within IPSERA.
Previous support. Priority consideration for applicants who have not received an IPSERA bursary before.
Research relevance. An interesting, innovative and up-to-date research proposal or paper in purchasing and supply management.
IPSERA membership is required
Applicants must apply for or renew their IPSERA membership as part of the bursary application requirements. Find out more about membership →