RBZS grant for laboratory and museum internship, and field trip
Forecasted
RBZS grant for laboratory and museum internship, and field trip supports young zoologists’ research stays and field campaigns worldwide to advance thesis, doctoral, or postdoctoral research.
Funder: Royal Belgian Zoological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: €500 per grant; two grants offered in the 2025 call
Summary: Supports young zoologists’ laboratory and museum research stays and field campaigns for sample or data collection worldwide.
Key Information: Applicants must be paid-up RBZS members, and each applicant may receive the grant only once.
Description
The Royal Belgian Zoological Society (RBZS) supports young zoologists undertaking research internships in laboratories or research groups, research stays in museums, and field campaigns. Activities may take place anywhere in the world, including Belgium, and must relate to a master’s thesis, doctoral research, or a postdoctoral project.
The program covers zoological and animal sciences broadly, from molecules to the biosphere, but excludes veterinary sciences. Field trips must focus on collecting samples or data rather than attending courses or summer schools. Support is directed toward practical research costs, including travel, lodging, field expenses, and laboratory consumables, rather than equipment. Applications must address relevant ethical considerations and, when requesting travel funding, responsible travel.
