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Students and young scientists

The Frontinus Society aims to provide special support to students and young researchers who engage with the topics relevant to the Society. The following measures are currently in place to this end:

  • Student members, members under the age of 25, and unemployed individuals (upon application) are eligible for a reduced membership fee of 10 euros per year.
  • The Frontinus Award is presented annually. It recognizes Bachelor’s and Master’s theses as well as doctoral dissertations that focus on the history of water, energy, and pipeline technology.
  • Young scientists and students may apply for a Frontinus scholarship if the preparation of a thesis, dissertation, or fieldwork entails significant financial costs that cannot be covered through other means. We can also provide financial support for attending our symposia, field trips, or conferences.
  • Useful information—such as details regarding conferences and symposia—can be downloaded from the page dedicated to early-career researchers and students.

Frontinus Award

The Frontinus Award is presented annually. It recognizes Bachelor’s and Master’s theses as well as doctoral dissertations dealing with the history of water, energy, and pipeline technology. The prize amount depends on the type of work:

  • Bachelor’s thesis:500 €
  • Master’s thesis:1.000 €
  • Dissertation:2.000 €

In addition to the prize money, the presentation of the Frontinus Award entails—alongside the public recognition of the recipient and the winning work – a complimentary membership in the Frontinus Society.

Frontinus Scholarship

Young scientists and students may apply for a Frontinus scholarship if their work—such as a student research project, a dissertation, or fieldwork—entails special financial costs that cannot be covered otherwise. We can also provide a grant to help cover the cost of attending our symposia, field trips, or conferences.

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