Jon C. Graff International Paleontology Award
The Jon C. Graff International Paleontology Award funds scientists from developing economies to present vertebrate paleontology research at the SVP Annual Meeting, fostering global scientific exchange.
Funder: Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027: Abstract submission deadline for SVP Annual Meeting / Jon C. Graff International Paleontology Award (projected)
Funding Amounts: $4,500 per award; includes travel, lodging, registration, and three years of SVP membership.
Summary: Supports scientists from developing economies to present research at the SVP Annual Meeting by covering travel and membership costs.
Key Information: Applicants must be first authors residing in countries with HDI < 0.75; award includes both student and non-student categories.
Description
The Jon C. Graff International Paleontology Award provides annual funding to enable international scientists from developing economies to attend and present their research at the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology (SVP) Annual Meeting. The award is designed to remove financial barriers for scientists who might otherwise be unable to participate, and it includes complimentary SVP membership for three years. The program aims to foster global scientific exchange and support career advancement in vertebrate paleontology.
