Cunin/Sigal Research Award Grant

The Cunin/Sigal Research Award, offered by the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University, supports graduate and advanced undergraduate students conducting botanical research. Grants of up to $2,000 assist with research expenses, not serving as stipends. Preference is given to projects utilizing the Arboretum's living collections, herbarium, and other resources, fostering innovative inquiry into the plant kingdom.

About the Arboretum
The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University promotes and supports research consistent with its mission to discover and disseminate knowledge of the plant kingdom. To foster both independent and collaborative work, the Arboretum offers fellowships and awards to students, post-doctoral researchers, and professionals of the biological and horticultural sciences. Applicants are encouraged to define and develop paths of inquiry using the Arboretum’s resources, including its world-renowned living collection, herbarium, plant records ,library and archives, greenhouse and laboratories, and the expertise of its staff.
This award supports investigations by graduate and advanced undergraduate students engaged in botanical research. Awards of $2,000 or less are granted to support student research expenses. Awards are not intended to serve as a salary stipend for students.

Eligibility

Award available to advanced undergraduates and graduate students.Supports investigations by graduate and advanced undergraduate students engaged in botanical research.

Ineligibility

Awards are not intended to serve as a salary stipend for students.