Lewis and Clark Fund for Exploration and Field Research
Funds doctoral student fieldwork in disciplines like biology, geology, and anthropology, emphasizing hands-on data collection and direct observation.
Funder: American Philosophical Society
Due Dates: November 13, 2026 (letters of support) | November 16, 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from several hundred dollars up to about $5,400; funding is for travel and field research expenses.
Summary: Supports doctoral student fieldwork in disciplines reliant on hands-on data collection and direct observation.
Key Information: Only doctoral students are eligible; letters of support must be received before the application deadline.
Description
This program funds exploratory field research in disciplines where direct observation and specimen/data collection are essential, such as archaeology, anthropology, biology, ecology, geography, geology, linguistics, paleontology, and population genetics. The intent is to foster innovative, hands-on investigation and to advance knowledge through fieldwork. Projects must emphasize field-based research rather than archival or museum-based work.
