The Kerry Kelts Award supports outstanding student research advancing scientific understanding of lake systems, limnogeology, limnology, or paleolimnology through the Geological Society of America.
Funder: Geological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (student proposal deadline) | February 2027 (advisor appraisal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per award; typically partial support for student research projects.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding undergraduate or graduate student research in limnogeology, limnology, or paleolimnology.
Key Information: All dates are projected; confirm with the program page for updates.
The Kerry Kelts Award is part of the Geological Society of America's (GSA) Division Research Grants program, specifically administered by the Limnogeology Division. This award honors exceptional undergraduate or graduate student research in the fields of limnogeology, limnology, or paleolimnology. Its purpose is to recognize and support significant student contributions to the understanding of lake systems, their geological history, and related aquatic environments.