Patterson Memorial Grant

Patterson Memorial Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
Last Updated: April 01, 2026

Summary

The Patterson Memorial Grant, named after Dr. Bryan Patterson, supports innovative student field work in Vertebrate Paleontology. Eligible applicants must be current members of the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, and both undergraduate and graduate students can apply. The grant emphasizes unique and adventurous proposals that push the boundaries of traditional research in the field.

Overview

The purpose of this award, named in honor of Dr. Bryan Patterson, is to support student field work in Vertebrate Paleontology. Particular consideration is given to proposals for field work that are innovative rather than routine, venturesome rather than predictable, unusual rather than run-of-the-mill.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Current membership in SVP is required for both the applicant and their sponsor. If you have not joined or renewed your membership for the current calendar year, please do so before submitting your grant application. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to apply. Students applying for the Patterson Grant are not eligible to also apply for the Estes Grant, Dawson Grant, Wood Award, or Lindsay Award in the same calendar year. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. Applicants and their sponsors must be current SVP members. You will not be able to apply for the award unless your membership is current in the system.