UC San Diego's Marine Sciences Research Grants fund innovative marine, earth, and atmospheric science projects, with a focus on early-career researchers and new research directions.
Funder: University of California San Diego
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; typically supports one-year research activities.
Summary: Supports innovative marine, earth, and atmospheric research at UC San Diego, with emphasis on early-career investigators and new research directions.
Key Information: Special consideration for junior/new investigators, pilot funding, and bridge support.
The Marine Sciences Research Grants at UC San Diego are designed to advance research in marine, earth, and atmospheric sciences. The program provides funding for innovative projects, with a particular focus on supporting early-career and new investigators, as well as pilot projects and bridge funding to help researchers develop new research directions or sustain ongoing work between external grants. Funding may be used for research supplies, field work, research assistance, and equipment.