Grant & Jody Heiken Research Grant
The Grant & Jody Heiken Research Grant funds graduate student field-based research projects in any geoscience discipline to advance hands-on scientific investigation and knowledge.
Funder: Geological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Student proposals | February 2027: Advisor appraisals
Funding Amounts: Average grant ~$2,688; total GSA Graduate Student Research Grants program ~$900,000/year; typically 1-year awards
Summary: Supports graduate student research in any geoscience discipline with a focus on field work.
Key Information: Applicants must apply through the GSA Graduate Student Research Grant system and request consideration for this named award.
Description
The Grant & Jody Heiken Research Grant is a specialized award within the Geological Society of America (GSA) Graduate Student Research Grant Program. It supports graduate student research projects in any geoscience-related discipline, provided the project is oriented toward field work. The aim is to foster hands-on, field-based investigations, helping students develop scientific skills and advance geoscientific knowledge through direct engagement with natural environments.
