Edward B. and Phyllis E. Reed Research Fellowship
The Edward B. and Phyllis E. Reed Research Fellowship funds research on North American freshwater copepods, with emphasis on projects using the Smithsonian NMNH Copepod Collection.
Funder: Smithsonian Institution
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Fall) | May 2027 (Spring)
Funding Amounts: Up to $900/week for 4 weeks to 6 months; covers housing, local transport, meals, incidentals, research supplies, and some relocation costs.
Summary: Supports independent research on North American freshwater copepods, with preference for projects using the Smithsonian NMNH Copepod Collection.
Key Information: Applicants must reside in the U.S. during tenure; both students and senior researchers are eligible.
Description
The Edward B. and Phyllis E. Reed Research Fellowship is designed to support independent research projects focused on North American freshwater copepods. The fellowship is open to graduate students through senior researchers, with a strong preference for projects that utilize the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History’s (NMNH) Copepod Collection. Research areas can include systematics, phylogeny, biogeography, morphology, ecology, conservation, and related topics. The fellowship aims to enhance scientific knowledge of copepod diversity and their ecological roles, providing access to unique museum resources to foster innovative research.
