Margaret Gunn Endowment for Animal Research (MGEAR) Animal Health Research Grant
Supports innovative research in animal health and behaviour, especially in agriculture, to advance knowledge and launch new projects at the University of Calgary.
Funder: University of Calgary
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (program application deadline, projected) | April 2027 (application submission closing date, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $60,000 CAD over two years; typical maximum for recent years is $50,000–$60,000.
Summary: Supports innovative research in animal health and behaviour, especially in agriculture, as a springboard for future major external funding.
Description
The Margaret Gunn Endowment for Animal Research (MGEAR) Animal Health Research Grant provides funding for significant research initiatives in animal health and behaviour, with a particular emphasis on agriculture. Established in 1993 to honor Margaret Dallas Gunn, the grant is designed to serve as a launching point for new projects that may later secure major external funding, such as Tri-Council support. The program encourages innovative research that advances knowledge in animal health and behaviour and values the training of advanced students in these fields. Awards are based on scientific merit, alignment with program objectives, the applicant’s research record, and the likelihood of leveraging additional funding.
