Kapteyn foundation

The J.C. Kapteyn 'Sterrenkundig Studiefonds' [Astronomy Study Fund] Foundation was established in 1925 in memory of Prof Dr J.C. Kapteyn, who was Professor of Astronomy at the University of Groningen from 1878 to 1921.

The aim of the Foundation is to work in the interests of astronomical science. The foundation tries to accomplish this goal by granting subsidies to students in astronomy for studying at a Dutch or foreign university or other scientific institution, for visiting conferences, and for supporting them in other scientific investigations that have connections with astronomy.

Resources for the award of stipends consist of the Foundation's own funds. Applications for grants can be submitted on a continuous basis in accordance with the procedure below.

Procedure

Those wishing to apply for the Study Fund can download the grant form below (Dutch):

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Complete this form and sent to:

Drs. G.F. Meijering-Swint (Christa)
Executive Secretary J.C. Kapteyn Foundation
Kapteyn Instituut
P.O. Box 800
NL-9700 AV GRONINGEN
email: meijering astro.rug.nl

The form must be supported and countersigned by the teacher concerned. After receiving the completed form, the Foundation Board decides whether the request can be met (see below). The processing of an application takes about three weeks. The maximum amount to be granted is €200.

Board

The board is unpaid and has the following composition:

• Prof. E. Tolstoy (RUG, chairman)
• Dr. J.M. van Rooij (RUG, secretary/treasurer)
• Prof. M. Kriek (UL)
• Prof. S.B. Markoff (UVA)
• Prof. J. Hörandel (RU)
• Drs. G.F. Meijering-Swint (RUG, executive secretary)

If the application is granted, the applicant should send the following to Drs. G.F. Meijering-Swint within three months of returning from the trip: a trip report, a summary of expenses incurred, and the IBAN number to which the grant can be transferred.

Foundation goals

The purpose and policies of the Kapteyn Sterrenkundig Studiefonds are briefly described in the following document (in Dutch). 

Overview of activities and finances

A short summary of all activities (number of subsidies granted) and a financial overview of the Foundation's assets, is available via this link (in Dutch).

Criteria for granting a subsidy

• Subsidies are granted to students for study at a Dutch or foreign university or astronomical institute, for conference visits (provided relevant to study/research). (Art. 2. stat.)
• Maximum grant for students: € 200,-.
• One can only receive a subsidy once per calendar year.
• A report and cost breakdown must be submitted within three months of the trip.
• Applications for trips that have already taken place will not be accepted.

Sterrenkundig Studiefonds Kapteyn: RSIN 821619603