Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science Grant

Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: International Foundation for Ethical Research
Amount: Up to US $15,000
Last Updated: February 10, 2026

Summary

The Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science, offered by the International Foundation for Ethical Research, provide up to $15,000 annually for tuition or salary support. These fellowships are intended for Master’s and Ph.D. candidates whose proposals aim to reduce or replace animal use in research and education. Funding is renewable for up to three years, contingent upon student progress and available resources.

Overview

Our Mission IFER supports the development, validation, and implementation of innovative scientific methodologies that advance science and replace the use of animals in research, testing, and education. Our goal is to fundamentally change the course of science by incorporating respect and compassion for animals along with the pursuit of knowledge. Graduate Student Fellowships for Alternatives to the Use of Animals in Science Our fellowships provide up to $15,000 annually in support for tuition or salary and supplies per year. The fellowships are renewable for up to three years. Continued funding is dependent on student progress and availability of funds.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Fellowships are awarded to those candidates enrolled in Master’s and Ph.D. programs in the sciences whose proposals show the greatest potential to reduce, refine or replace the use of animals in research, testing, and/or education.

Ineligibility

IFER funds may not be used for institutional indirect costs (overhead).