The Dee Saunders Dundee Memorial Research Grant – Community-Oriented Malacology Research Award
Forecasted
The Dee Saunders Dundee Memorial Research Grant funds collaborative, community-driven malacology research promoting science, conservation, and environmental justice through the American Malacological Society.
Funder: American Malacological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per award; typically 1–3 awards per year
Summary: Supports collaborative, community-oriented malacological research emphasizing community science, conservation, and environmental justice.
Key Information: Applicant must be a current AMS member; institutional overhead is not permitted.
Description
This grant, offered by the American Malacological Society, honors the legacy of Dolores “Dee” Dundee and is dedicated to advancing community-oriented research in malacology. It supports projects that foster community science, environmental justice, and conservation, with a strong emphasis on collaborations where community members are integral partners in both the design and execution of research. The award aims to empower local participants and promote meaningful scientific inquiry that benefits both malacological science and the involved communities.
