ARAV Research & Conservation Grant

ARAV Research & Conservation Grant

Funder: Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV)
Contact: info@arav.org, PO Box 1868, Mt. Juliet, TN 37121
Website: arav.org

Objectives

To advance programs for:
• Preventative medicine, husbandry, and scientific research in veterinary medicine dealing with reptiles and amphibians
• Conservation and humane treatment of all reptilian and amphibian species through education, captive breeding, and preservation of reptilian and amphibian habitats

Award Details

Maximum Award: $5,000 Project Duration: 12-18 months expected

Funding Focus

The ARAV Conservation & Research Committee funds clinically-oriented and/or conservation research projects involving reptiles and/or amphibians.

Priority Areas

• Clinically-oriented proposals
• Conservation-based proposals
• Proposals submitted by ARAV members (given priority)

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated based on:
• Clinical significance
• Conservation relevance
• Feasibility of proposal
• Research methodology

Requirements

• Research should be completed in 12-18 months
• Recipients must either present results at the ARAV annual conference OR publish in the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery
• Final determination of number and amounts of awards made by ARAV Executive Committee based on Conservation and Research Committee recommendations

Kevin Wright Memorial Fund

The highest-rated research and conservation grant proposal each year is designated the "Kevin Wright Memorial Fund award winner" and receives additional funds donated in honor of Dr. Kevin Wright's legacy.