Gino Watkins Fund Awards
The Gino Watkins Fund Awards from the Royal Geographical Society support early-career researchers conducting scientific expeditions and fieldwork in the polar regions.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: January 8, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to £4,000 per expedition; annual competition; multiple awards each year.
Summary: Supports expeditions and research that advance knowledge of the polar regions, with emphasis on early-career researchers and challenging fieldwork.
Description
The Gino Watkins Fund Awards provide financial support for expeditions that significantly advance understanding of the polar regions. Administered by the Royal Geographical Society, the awards are dedicated to fostering fieldwork and research that deepens knowledge of Arctic and Antarctic environments, geography, and related scientific disciplines. The fund especially encourages applications from early-career researchers and teams, aiming to develop enterprise, endurance, and leadership through challenging work in these remote and critical environments. Expeditions to Iceland (in summer) and Norway are generally not eligible.
