Melbourne R. Carriker Student Research Awards in Malacology Grant

Melbourne R. Carriker Student Research Awards in Malacology Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Malacological Society
Amount: Up to US $1,500
Last Updated: February 12, 2026

Summary

The Melbourne R. Carriker Student Research Awards in Malacology, funded by the American Malacological Society, support student research focused on malacology. Named after Professor Melbourne R. Carriker, these awards honor his legacy and mentorship. Each year, one or more grants, typically not exceeding $1,500, are awarded to students whose research meets specific eligibility criteria, including a focus on molluscan topics. These grants aim to foster the next generation of malacologists.

Overview

Background This grant supports student research in malacology and is named in honor of a leading malacologist, former President of the AMS, and mentor of innumerable students of malacology. Professor Melbourne “Mel” R. Carriker served as research director of 28 doctoral and master’s students and sat on the research committees of over another 150 graduate students. But his professional insight, malacological expertise, and good will touched so very many more. These grants will help carry on his legacy of dedication to future generations of malacologists and are only available to students. One or more grants will be awarded each year, subject to availability of funds; awards will typically not exceed $1,500.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The research must focus on a topic in malacology (e.g., parasite studies should focus on the molluscan side of the interaction). You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Any member of AMS who is a student in good standing (full-time or part-time) in a degree granting program at a college or university is eligible to apply.

Ineligibility

Institutional overhead is not permitted.