Linnean Society of London: Dennis Stanfield Memorial Fund Grant
The Linnean Society of London
Funding Amount
Up to £2,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Other requirements
- Persons of scientific merit conducting botanical research on tropical African plants.
- Normally a successful proposal is for basic research in the areas of plant taxonomy and plant ecology.
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: 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.
Overview
The Dennis Stanfield Memorial Fund, established in 1972 by the Linnean Society of London, offers grants up to £2,000 for individuals of scientific merit conducting botanical research on tropical African plants. This prestigious award supports basic research in plant taxonomy and ecology, with funding provided every two years. Applicants should note that funds cannot be allocated to individuals in countries subject to UK government sanctions. Collaborative proposals are particularly encouraged.
Established in 1972 to celebrate the work of Dennis Stanfield in Africa. The award is recognised as a mark of real distinction and takes the form of a sum of up to £2,000 to assist persons of scientific merit to undertake botanical research on tropical African plants.
Awards are made at (even numbered) two year intervals.
Eligibility
Persons of scientific merit conducting botanical research on tropical African plants.Normally a successful proposal is for basic research in the areas of plant taxonomy and plant ecology.
Ineligibility
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.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Science research
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