The Amy R. Samuels Cetacean Behavior and Conservation Grant
Forecasted
The Amy R. Samuels Cetacean Behavior and Conservation Grant funds graduate field research on cetacean behavior or conservation, with a focus on endangered species, through the Animal Behavior Society.
Funder: Animal Behavior Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (GLEP draft editing) | December 15, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to two awards of $2,000 USD each; funds must be used for field research only.
Summary: Supports graduate students conducting original field research on cetacean behavior or conservation, especially endangered species or critical biological challenges.
Key Information: Applicants may only receive one ABS research grant in their lifetime; active ABS membership required.
Description
This grant, administered by the Animal Behavior Society, supports graduate students undertaking original field research on cetacean (whale, dolphin, and porpoise) behavior or conservation. The focus is on projects that address urgent issues relevant to endangered cetacean populations or critical questions in cetacean behavioral biology. The grant encourages innovative, impactful research conducted in natural environments and aims to foster the next generation of conservation scientists.
