Horton PhD Research Grant
Funding Amount
Up to US $10,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Eligible organizations
- PhD students enrolled in hydrology, water resources programs, or a closely related field such as water resources policy science
Other requirements
- Must be an active student member of AGU
- Applicants must be enrolled in the program for the duration of the award (one year from AGU's annual meeting where the award is presented).
- Applicants must meet all application submission requirements.
- You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.
Overview
The Horton PhD Research Grant supports up to three Ph.D. students annually in hydrology and related fields, funded by the Robert E. Horton Fund. It provides a maximum of $10,000 for research and travel, along with $500 for U.S. and Canadian applicants participating in AGU's annual meeting. Eligible students must be active AGU members, enrolled for the award's duration, and meet all application requirements. This grant promotes excellence in hydrological sciences.
The Horton Research Grant is awarded to up to three Ph.D. students studying hydrology, water resources, or a closely related field each year and is made possible through the generosity of the Robert E. Horton Fund for Hydrologic Research. The purpose of the award is to promote excellence by encouraging the next generation of professionals in the hydrological sciences. A research grant not to exceed $10,000 to cover research and travel costs of up to $500 for U.S. and Canadian-based applicants and $1,000 for international applicants. Winners who participate virtually in AGU's annual meeting receive $500 for meeting expenses regardless of their country of residence. Winners will also receive an award certificate. This opportunity is open internationally to applicants who meet eligibility requirements.
Eligibility
Must be an active student member of AGU
PhD students enrolled in hydrology, water resources programs, or a closely related field such as water resources policy science
Applicants must be enrolled in the program for the duration of the award (one year from AGU's annual meeting where the award is presented).Applicants must meet all application submission requirements.
You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.
What American Geophysical Union actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 4
- Total given
- $41K
- Median grant
- $7,208
- Range
- $5,500–$21K
- By dollars: Texas 51%, South Carolina 20%, District of Columbia 16%. Top recipient cities: Houston, TX; Mount Carmel, SC; Washington, DC.
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Organized Uplifting Resources & Strategies · Mount Carmel, SC
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American Association for the Advancement of Science · Washington, DC
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Hollygrove Dixon Neighborhood Association · New Orleans, LA
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$5,500
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Fields of Work
- Science research
- Earth science
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