George R. Abbe Student Research Grant

George R. Abbe Student Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Shellfisheries Association
Amount: US $1,250
Last Updated: September 20, 2025

Summary

The George R. Abbe Student Research Grant supports students in crustacean biology and fisheries management. Established in 2013, it awards $1,250 for research-related expenses to NSA student members enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program. Applicants must be in good standing with the association and cannot have received the grant previously. This initiative encourages innovative research on shellfish resources, particularly Chesapeake Bay blue crab and eastern oysters.

Overview

Note: Students may apply to all 3 National Shellfisheries Association Student Research grants, but may not submit the same application to each award. The awards support different types of research. Hence, duplicate applications may not be considered for either award. Founded in 1908, The National Shellfisheries Association is an international organization of scientists, management officials and members of industry, all concerned with the biology, ecology, production, economics and management of shellfish resources - clams, oysters, mussels, scallops, snails, shrimp, lobsters, crabs, among many other species of importance. George R. Abbe Student Research Grant The George R. Abbe Student Research Grant is a competitive grant established in 2013 that is awarded annually to recognize excellence in the areas of crustacean biology and fisheries management. The George R. Abbe Student Research Grant is named in honor of an Honored Life Member, distinguished past President, and long-term Member of the Executive Committee, having served for over 25 years as Chair of the Audit, Budget and Finance Committee. The Award is reflective of George Abbe’s research interests including long-term population monitoring, and research on Chesapeake Bay blue crab and eastern oysters. The Award is a competitive grant program to which NSA student members can apply for a $1,250 grant for non-travel-related expenses associated with undertaking research for a Master’s or Ph.D. degree.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The applicant must be a student member in good standing of the National Shellfisheries Association and currently enrolled as a Master’s or Ph.D. student in a recognized degree granting institution anywhere in the world. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. The applicant must be a student member in good standing of the National Shellfisheries Association

Ineligibility

Students who have previously been awarded a Student Research Grant are not eligible to apply for that grant again. Funds are neither intended to allow purchase of general items, such as computers, nor to fund travel expenses associated with attending professional meetings. No institutional overhead can be charged on these funds.