Finding a COMSOL Grant for Grad Students

[gol3tron]

Comsol grant?

Hey PF,

I'm a grad student and I have an idea, which I would like to explore using COMSOL. Unfortunately, this software appears to be prohibitively expensive. Does anyone know of any grant/scholarship opportunities available that I might apply for, or perhaps where to look? My department doesn't seem to be very helpful with "outside the box" ideas...

Thanks,
Adam

 

[gsal]

1.- maybe you should talk to COMSOL yourself...I know other software companies often offer free license to universities in the hope that when students come out, they will then buy the software they are used to.

2.- there are free (as in gratis) possibilities but needless to say are not as elegant and integrated (multiphysics)...but there. It may require a little more learning and manual operations.

3.- You may want to look into http://www.caelinux.com/CMS/, for example.

 

[Astronuc]

Comsol has a variety of license options.
http://www.comsol.com/products/licensing/

The university department can purchase a Class Kit license that enables students to use it.

I believe it is possible to buy certain products, and not all. So perhaps you can buy a few necessary modules.
http://www.comsol.com/products/multiphysics/

It would be best to contact a Comsol representative to explore one's options.


Interestingly, I just received an email from CD-Adapco, and it had a link to one of their newsletters related to their Academic Program.
http://www.cd-adapco.com/academic/STARAcademics_Newsletter4.htm

Possibly that's another option depending on one's research.

 

[Topher925]

Comsol frequently holds seminars in industry centered parts of North America and hands out two week licenses for free including all the modules usually. Just try to find one in your area. When one license runs out, go to anther seminar and get another.

 

[alphy]

Hello Adam,

Thank you for reaching out about your interest in using COMSOL for your research. I understand that the cost of the software may be a barrier for you as a grad student. I recommend looking into grant opportunities specifically for graduate students in your field of study. Often, professional organizations and foundations offer grants for students to conduct research using specific software or tools. Additionally, you can reach out to the creators of COMSOL directly to inquire about any grant opportunities they may offer. It may also be helpful to network with other researchers who use COMSOL and ask if they know of any grant opportunities or if they have had success securing funding for the software. I wish you the best of luck in your search for a COMSOL grant.