EAS Trailblazers

The EAS Trailblazers Symposium seeks to recognize and provide professional development opportunities for outstanding early career researchers who advance the frontiers of research in engineering and applied science. Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars within 1-2 years of applying for faculty positions are encouraged to apply. We especially encourage applicants who have demonstrated leadership in advancing the success of all members of the research community in the areas of research, teaching, and outreach.

The event will include a division-wide symposium consisting of high-level talks from each of the participants, professional development opportunities, a one-hour seminar aimed at an audience from the participant's discipline/department, and meetings with faculty throughout the Division. The Trailblazers Symposium will occur on October 7 and 8, 2025.

Applicants should apply online and request their advisor (and any other references) to submit letters of recommendation. Applicants will be selected based on their research accomplishments and future potential, and their leadership in the scientific community in the areas of research, teaching, and outreach.

We will begin accepting applications on January 15, 2025. The deadline for applications, including the letter(s) of recommendation, has been extended to March 31, 2025.

If you have any questions about the EAS Trailblazers program, do not hesitate to contact us at eastrailblazers@caltech.edu. We look forward to receiving your application.