Ralph Brown Expedition Award
The Ralph Brown Expedition Award funds innovative field research on aquatic environments to advance geographical science, supported by the Royal Geographical Society.
Funder: Royal Geographical Society
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (anticipated/full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: £12,500 annual award; typically one award per year.
Summary: Supports ambitious expeditions focused on aquatic environments to advance geographical knowledge through challenging fieldwork.
Description
The Ralph Brown Expedition Award is an annual grant from the Royal Geographical Society designed to support ambitious and scientifically significant expeditions that focus on aquatic environments, including marine, freshwater, or other water-based settings. The award encourages innovative fieldwork that advances understanding of aquatic systems and generates new geographical knowledge. Successful projects must demonstrate both scientific value and a commitment to rigorous, challenging fieldwork in aquatic contexts.
