The Graduate Student Conservation Research Award by the Society for Freshwater Science funds graduate research advancing the science and conservation of endangered aquatic species and ecosystems.
Funder: Society for Freshwater Science
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One or more awards of $1,000 each; awarded annually
Summary: Recognizes and supports outstanding graduate student research proposals advancing the conservation of aquatic species and ecosystems.
The Graduate Student Conservation Research Award, administered by the Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) Conservation and Environmental Issues Committee and supported by the Conservation Fund, celebrates graduate students conducting impactful research in aquatic conservation. The award is intended for research proposals that contribute to the understanding or preservation of endangered or threatened aquatic species and ecosystems. Projects may advance scientific knowledge, develop conservation strategies, or support the restoration of impaired species and habitats. This initiative aims to foster innovative research and actionable conservation plans addressing urgent challenges in freshwater environments.