The Boesel-Sanderson Fund
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The Boesel-Sanderson Fund supports students studying the natural history of organisms, funding research, publication, and meeting travel to carry out and share work in freshwater science.
This grant was recently updated
Applications for the Boesel-Sanderson Fund are no longer being accepted; the previously listed application window was October 12–November 1, 2026. The newly announced deadline extension does not apply to this fund.
Funder: Society for Freshwater Science
Due Dates: Due Dates (Anticipated): Not yet announced
Funding Amounts: One award of $1,200
Summary: Supports student research on the natural history of organisms, including research expenses, publication, and travel to present at the SFS Annual Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants must be current Society for Freshwater Science members.
Description
The Boesel-Sanderson Fund is part of the Society for Freshwater Science’s competitive Endowment Research and Travel Awards. Established in recognition of Marion Waterman Boesel and Milton W. Sanderson, it supports student research on the natural history of organisms. The fund has a specific natural-history focus within the society’s broader endowment awards program.
Support encompasses both conducting research and sharing the resulting work. Award funds may cover research expenses, publication costs, and travel to the SFS Annual Meeting to attend and present. The SFS Endowment Award Committee administers the awards framework and provides guidance on eligibility, applications, and use of funds.
