David S. Tuber Award
Forecasted
The David S. Tuber Award from the Animal Behavior Society honors graduate student research that advances applied animal behavior science, especially in addressing companion animal behavioral issues.
Funder: Animal Behavior Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (David S. Tuber Award submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $500–$2,000 (one-time award, no renewals)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding research in applied animal behavior, especially work that addresses behavioral issues in companion animals.
Key Information: Applicants must be graduate students and active ABS members; only one ABS research grant may be received per lifetime.
Description
The David S. Tuber Award, administered by the Animal Behavior Society (ABS), honors excellence in applied animal behavior research, with an emphasis on studies addressing behavioral problems in companion animals. Established to commemorate David S. Tuber's pioneering contributions to clinical animal behavior, this award supports graduate student researchers whose work advances the field of applied animal behavior. The award is part of the ABS Student Research Grants program, which evaluates multiple named grants through a single application process.
