How much funding does Student Research Grants in Malacology provide?

Student Research Grants in Malacology provides Up to US $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Student Research Grants in Malacology?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Student Research Grants in Malacology

Q: Who is eligible for Student Research Grants in Malacology?

Eligible applicants: A full time student in a formal graduate or undergraduate degree program.

Western Society of Malacologists

Foundation Grants for Science Research

Funding Amount

Up to US $1,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

A full time student in a formal graduate or undergraduate degree program
There are no citizenship or affiliation restrictions and students from all countries are eligible.

Other requirements

The thesis, dissertation, or research project must be focused primarily on the systematics, biology, ecology, physiology, biochemistry, or paleontology of marine, terrestrial or freshwater mollusks in western North America.
Projects dealing with cultural relationships, sustainability of resources, or conservation efforts are also appropriate.
Research currently in progress or beginning in the next academic year will be considered.

Overview

The Western Society of Malacologists offers Student Research Grants in Malacology to support research in the study of mollusks. Grants of up to $1000 are available for full-time students engaged in relevant projects. Applicants from all countries are welcome, with no citizenship restrictions. This initiative encourages students to present their findings at WSM meetings, promoting academic growth and collaboration within the malacological community.

NOTE: Please apply early and avoid the deadline rush.
Western Society of Malacologists
The Western Society of Malacologists (WSM) was established in 1968 as a society for the furtherance of research in Malacology. The membership consists of professionals, amateurs, and students. The WSM holds an annual meeting.
As part of their commitment to the continued study of mollusks, the Western Society of Malacologists are again pleased to announce the availability of grants to support student research in malacology. Funds are available for actual research costs, including but not limited to, field and laboratory equipment, chemicals, photographic supplies, computer time and supplies, microscope usage fees, and reasonable research travel costs.
Membership in the Western Society of Malacologists is not required but is certainly encouraged and students receive a discounted rate. Award recipients are also encouraged to present their research at a subsequent WSM meeting. Abstracts are published in the WSM Annual Report.
Awards of up to $1000.00 US are available.

Eligibility

Applicant must be a full time student in a formal graduate or undergraduate degree program. There are no citizenship or affiliation restrictions and students from all countries are eligible.The thesis, dissertation, or research project must be focused primarily on the systematics, biology, ecology, physiology, biochemistry, or paleontology of marine, terrestrial or freshwater mollusks in western North America. Projects dealing with cultural relationships, sustainability of resources, or conservation efforts are also appropriate. Research currently in progress or beginning in the next academic year will be considered.