Sinnott Award supports botanical scholars’ research and travel using the Arnold Arboretum’s living collection to advance original research, foster partnerships, and demonstrate the collection’s scientific value.
The Sinnott Award application window changed from November 5–February 1 to November 15–January 25; recommendation letters are now due by the application deadline. Applicants now submit one application for multiple Arboretum awards, designate a primary award, and tailor their research statement to that award’s requirements.
Sargent Award for Visiting Scholars supports visiting botanical researchers in using the Arnold Arboretum’s living, library, and herbarium collections to advance original research and scholarly exchange.
Arboretum Research Scholar Award supports scholars using Arboretum resources for scientific research that launches research programs, guides future investigations, and builds academic connections.
Cunin/Sigal Research Award supports students’ botanical research and travel to advance their research aims, giving preference to investigations using the Arnold Arboretum’s living collections.
The Deland Award for Student Research supports graduate and advanced undergraduate research on woody plant comparative biology, prioritizing use of the Arboretum’s living collections to advance student research.
Arnold Arboretum supports students, postdoctoral researchers, and professionals through fellowships and awards for self-directed biological and horticultural inquiry using its collections and facilities.