The Robert Lynn Carroll Award honors early- to mid-career researchers for outstanding scholarly excellence and impactful research in vertebrate paleontology and evolution.
Funder: Society of Vertebrate Paleontology
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (nomination submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,600 (one-time award)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding scholarly excellence in vertebrate paleontology by an early- to mid-career researcher.
This award honors exceptional early- to mid-career researchers who have demonstrated outstanding scholarly excellence in the field of vertebrate paleontology. Named in recognition of Dr. Robert Lynn Carroll’s significant contributions to the discipline, the award is intended to highlight and support impactful research and achievements in vertebrate paleontology and evolution.