Norman S. Baldwin Fishery Science Scholarship supports master's and Ph.D. students conducting fishery biology research to advance understanding of Great Lakes fisheries and encourage young scientists.
Funder: International Association for Great Lakes Research
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to two scholarships of US $5,000 each, plus complimentary IAGLR membership
Summary: Supports master's and Ph.D. students conducting research that advances understanding of Great Lakes fisheries.
Key Information: Recipients must acknowledge that they will present their supported research at IAGLR's annual Conference on Great Lakes Research.
The Norman S. Baldwin Fishery Science Scholarship is administered by the International Association for Great Lakes Research (IAGLR) and sponsored by the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. Awarded annually, it supports promising master's and Ph.D. students conducting graduate research in fishery biology relevant to Great Lakes fisheries.
The scholarship promotes academic excellence and encourages young scientists to enter the field of Great Lakes science. It places particular emphasis on research likely to make a significant contribution to understanding Great Lakes fishery science. Winners are announced at IAGLR's annual Conference on Great Lakes Research, where recipients are expected to present their supported research.