The Simpson Fund
The Simpson Fund supports students conducting applied aquatic research, funding research expenses, publication costs, and travel to present at the SFS Annual Meeting to carry out and share their work.
This grant was recently updated
Plan to apply between October 12 and November 1, 2026—the deadline is earlier than the previously anticipated January 2027 date, and the award has increased to $1,200. Use the dedicated Endowment Awards application for awards other than Early Career Awards. For application guidance, register for the October 19 webinar (4:00–5:30 pm PT / 7:00–8:30 pm ET), or watch the recording afterward.
Funder: Society for Freshwater Science
Due Dates: October 12, 2026 (Applications open) | October 19, 2026 (Information webinar) | November 1, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: One award of $1,200
Summary: The Simpson Fund supports student research on applied aquatic topics, including research expenses, publication costs, and travel to present at the SFS Annual Meeting.
Key Information: Applicants must be students and current members of the Society for Freshwater Science.
Description
The Simpson Fund is a competitive student research award administered by the Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) through its Endowment Funds. Established in memory of Karl W. Simpson, it focuses on applied aquatic topics and supports students carrying out research in this area.
The fund supports both the research itself and the publication or presentation of that work. Permitted uses include research expenses, publication costs, and travel to the SFS Annual Meeting. Meeting travel support is specifically tied to attendance and presentation, rather than travel alone.
