The RMS Vice President's Fund

Abstract

Positioned at the forefront of new ideas and development in microscopy and imaging, the RMS has set up a funding channel for backing projects that will further develop the field of microscopy. Founded in January 2008, the Vice President's Fund was set up to support worthy projects that use microscopy to contribute to the public understanding of science or be of benefit to the Developing World. This new fund will support such projects that are in line with the objectives of the society up to a maximum of £ 5000 for each award. Dr. Paul Monaghan, RMS Vice President and International Secretary commented, “The Society receives a number of requests for financial support each year, most of which are very interesting and worthy of support. However, previously there were no channels through which they could be funded. This exciting new development has enabled us to remedy this and play an important role in the advancement of microscopy”.