The Dr. Laurel Salton Clark Graduate & Professional Research Fellowship funds innovative aerospace-related environmental or life sciences research for graduate students, offered by the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium.
Funder: Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Spring research) | February 2027 (Summer/Academic Year research) | February 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $6,000 per award; one-time payment per research term; subject to funding availability.
Summary: Supports graduate/professional student research in environmental or life sciences with an aerospace focus, honoring Dr. Laurel Salton Clark.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship, WSGC member institution enrollment, and minimum 3.0 GPA required.
The Dr. Laurel Salton Clark Graduate & Professional Research Fellowship, administered by the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium (WSGC), commemorates astronaut Dr. Laurel Salton Clark by supporting graduate and professional students conducting research in environmental or life sciences with a significant aerospace component. The fellowship is designed to foster innovative research aligned with NASA Mission Directorate goals and to develop leadership qualities in students who are committed to advancing the human condition. Recipients are expected to demonstrate academic excellence, originality in research, and a dedication to service and outreach.