The Boesel-Sanderson Fund
Forecasted
The Boesel-Sanderson Fund by the Society for Freshwater Science supports student research on the natural history of freshwater organisms and ecosystems.
Funder: Society for Freshwater Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Endowment Awards application deadline for the Boesel-Sanderson Fund, projected)
Funding Amounts: One award of $1,000; single-year funding; typically one recipient annually.
Summary: Supports student research on the natural history of organisms in freshwater environments, including research, publication, or travel to the SFS Annual Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants must be current student members of SFS; award is strictly for student research.
Description
The Boesel-Sanderson Fund is a competitive research award offered by the Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) to support student research focusing on the natural history of organisms, especially within aquatic or freshwater environments. Established in honor of Marion Waterman Boesel and Milton W. Sanderson, this fund enables students to conduct research, cover publication costs, or attend the SFS Annual Meeting when their work aligns with the fund’s mission. The program aims to foster student-led exploration and advance the scientific understanding of freshwater ecosystems.
