Helen and Frederick Gaige Fund Awards support student herpetologists’ museum and laboratory study, fieldwork, and other research to advance herpetological science and their professional careers.
The application and recommendation deadline moved from 11:59 pm, 8 March 2026 to 11:59 pm, 8 March 2027; notification moved from 1 May 2026 to 1 May 2027. Send applications and letters to Dr. Tom Anderson (thander@siue.edu), replacing Dr. Lauren M. Chan.
Student Research Awards support graduate students through research grants and field-site travel fellowships to get research underway and address broader biological issues.
The Carl Gans Traveling Fellowship from SSAR supports students and postdocs presenting herpetology research at the JMIH, enhancing global scientific exchange in amphibian and reptile studies.
The Dean Metter Memorial Award funds student-led field research on amphibians and reptiles, prioritizing projects in Missouri, from the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles.
Clark Hubbs' Student Travel Awards support students presenting research in Ichthyology or Herpetology at the annual ASIH meeting, promoting scientific exchange and professional development.
Roger Conant Grants in Herpetology Program supports primarily student researchers, funding research, conservation, education, and research travel to advance knowledge of amphibians and reptiles.