Laurel Clark Sea to Space Physiology Research Grants
The Laurel Clark Sea to Space Physiology Research Grants from Women Divers Hall of Fame fund graduate research on human physiology in extreme environments like diving, altitude, and space.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (Full application & letters of recommendation due by 5:00 pm New York time)
Funding Amounts: Two grants of $5,000 each; 18-month project period; funds disbursed in two installments.
Summary: Supports graduate research on human physiology in extreme environments (diving, altitude, space), honoring Dr. Laurel Clark.
Key Information: Applications and recommendation letters must be submitted by the deadline; no late materials accepted.
Description
The Laurel Clark Sea to Space Physiology Research Grants, administered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF), provide support for graduate-level research focused on human physiology in extreme environments such as diving, high altitude, and space. These grants honor the legacy of Dr. Laurel Clark, a physician, U.S. Navy Captain, diver, and NASA astronaut, by enabling innovative research that advances understanding of how humans adapt to and perform in challenging conditions. The program specifically funds projects that address physiological responses and adaptations in humans, not marine organisms.
