Graduate student fellowships: ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy Grant

Graduate student fellowships: ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Society of Mammalogists
Amount: US $20,000
Last Updated: March 19, 2026

Summary

The ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy, offered by the American Society of Mammalogists, supports graduate students engaged in mammalian research. These fellowships recognize students with a strong record of research productivity and commitment to the society. Eligible applicants must be graduate members of ASM and enrolled in a college or university for the upcoming academic year. The fellowship emphasizes current achievements and potential contributions to the field of mammalogy, promoting future careers in this vital area of study.

Overview

The American Society of Mammalogists (ASM) was established in 1919 for the purpose of promoting interest in the study of mammals. ASM is deeply committed to training future generations of mammalogists. This includes offering multiple sources of financial support to students, postdoctoral scholars, and early career investigators engaged in research on mammals. It also includes travel funds to promote student presentations at the Society’s annual meeting. Graduate Student Fellowships These awards recognize students with sustained records of outstanding research productivity as well as substantial engagement in ASM. As a result, although there is no formal requirement regarding the academic stage of applicants, these fellowships are typically given to students who are nearing the completion of their graduate degrees. However, recipients must be enrolled as a graduate student during the forthcoming fall semester to be eligible for these award. ASM Fellowship in Mammalogy A single graduate fellowship in mammalogy is provided annually by the Board of Directors of ASM at the recommendation of the Grants-in-Aid Committee. The fellowship is intended to recognize current accomplishments in mammalogy, service to ASM, and the potential for a productive, future role in professional mammalogy.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants may be any graduate student members of ASM enrolled at a college or university for the forthcoming academic year and engaged in research in mammalogy. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.