NCKRI-NMT Internal Seed Grant Program FY 2027
This grant funds innovative cave and karst science research at New Mexico Tech, promoting novel scientific approaches and collaborations with emphasis on resource management and National Park Service priorities.
Funder: National Cave and Karst Research Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; typically one award; project period up to 12 months, funds must be expended by 9/30/2027.
Summary: Supports innovative new research at New Mexico Tech in cave and karst science, fostering new directions and collaborations with resource management impact.
Description
The NCKRI-NMT Internal Seed Grant Program is designed to initiate and support new research in cave and karst science at New Mexico Tech. Funded by the National Cave and Karst Research Institute (NCKRI) in partnership with New Mexico Tech, this program aims to advance the understanding of cave and karst environments through innovative projects. The grant encourages proposals that introduce novel scientific questions or approaches, promote collaboration between NCKRI staff and NMT researchers, and address priorities relevant to the National Park Service. Projects should demonstrate clear relevance to cave and karst research, with an emphasis on scientific merit, potential for future funding, and significance to the scientific and management community.
