Funding Amount

US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “The Science for Solutions Award is given annually to a student or postdoctoral scientist in recognition of significant contributions in the application and use of the Earth and space science to solve societal problems.”

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Other requirements

  • The nominee must be a current student or postdoctoral scientist within three years of receiving their Ph.
  • D.Nominators must be active AGU members.
  • Invitation to present at annual meeting;Peer OR self-nomination permitted
  • You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Overview

The Science for Solutions Award honors students and postdoctoral scientists for their significant contributions using Earth and space science to tackle societal challenges. Established by Peter Schlosser, this award includes a $1,000 prize, an engraved trophy, recognition at AGU's annual meeting, and an invitation to present their work. Eligible candidates must be students or postdoctoral researchers within three years of their Ph.D., with nominations open to AGU members.

Recognizing Significant Solutions to Societal Problems Using Earth and Space Science.
The Science for Solutions Award is given annually to a student or postdoctoral scientist in recognition of significant contributions in the application and use of the Earth and space science to solve societal problems.
The award was established by the generosity of Peter Schlosser, a former President of AGU’s Ocean Sciences section. The recipient receives a monetary prize to advance their studies or projects.
Recipients receive the following:
A $1,000 prizeAn engraved awardRecognition at AGU's annual meeting the year the honor is awardedAn invitation to present at AGU's annual meeting the year the honor is awardedTwo tickets to attend the Honors Reception at AGU's annual meeting the year the honor is awarded

Eligibility

The nominee must be a current student or postdoctoral scientist within three years of receiving their Ph.D.Nominators must be active AGU members.Invitation to present at annual meeting;Peer OR self-nomination permitted
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.

Example grants

  • Nabg · Houston, TX

    Collaboration with the national asociation of black geosciences to carry out the…

    $21K

  • Organized Uplifting Resources & Strategies · Mount Carmel, SC

    Support individual project expenses under the gorden and betty moore foundation grant…

    $8,000

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science · Washington, DC

    Planning and management of placement services and support for congressional fellows

    $6,415

  • Hollygrove Dixon Neighborhood Association · New Orleans, LA

    Understanding the impact of the urban heat island effect in the hollygrove dixon…

    $5,500

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Science research
  • Earth science

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