The Roger Conant Grants In Herpetology Program funds innovative research, conservation, and education projects in herpetology, with a focus on amphibians and reptiles, from the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles.
Funder: Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles
Due Dates: December 15, 2024 | December 15, 2025 | December 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $500 per award; 14 awards annually; single-year funding
Summary: Supports research, conservation, education, and travel projects in herpetology, with an emphasis on student and early-career applicants worldwide.
Key Information: Past recipients are ineligible; proposal categories and eligibility vary—read guidelines carefully.
The Roger Conant Grants In Herpetology Program, administered by the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR), provides small grants to individuals and organizations working in herpetological research, conservation, education, and related travel. The program is designed to foster innovative projects and support student participation, with opportunities available for both domestic and international applicants (eligibility varies by category). Funded projects may include field and laboratory research, conservation initiatives, educational outreach, undergraduate research, and travel for scientific purposes. Recipients are encouraged to share their findings through publication or presentation within the herpetological community.