Linnean Society of London: Appleyard Fund Grant

The Linnean Society of London offers the Appleyard Fund Grant, established in 1968, to support research in botany and zoology. With up to £2,000 available, the grant encourages innovative projects that address critical issues like biodiversity loss and climate change. Eligible applicants must be Society Fellows or Associates not fully employed as biologists. This initiative aims to enhance engagement with nature and foster interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists, historians, and artists.

The Linnean Society of London is the world’s oldest active society devoted to natural history.
Thanks to the wide ranging expertise of our Fellowship and our unique collections, we are a hub for science communication through interdisciplinary learning and engagement.
Currently up to £2,000 is available from which grants are made towards the expenses of research projects in the field of botany or zoology.

Eligibility

Fellows and Associates of the Society who are not in full-time employment as biologists can apply.
You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Must be a Fellow or Associate of the Society. Applications to become a fellow or associate occur in January, March, May and October.

Ineligibility

Registered students are not eligible to apply for this award.Owing to restrictions imposed by our bankers, grant funds cannot be paid directly or indirectly to individuals in countries subject to sanctions imposed by the UK government or otherwise where our bankers restrict payments.