Student and Developing Nations Research Grants
Forecasted
The Animal Behavior Society’s Student and Developing Nations Research Grants fund innovative animal behavior research with an emphasis on scientific rigor and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Funder: Animal Behavior Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (GLEP) | December 2026 (Full application / Student and Developing Nations Research Grants)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $500 to $2,000 USD; 1-year project period.
Summary: Supports innovative research in animal behavior by graduate students and researchers from developing nations, with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
Key Information: Applicants may receive only one ABS research grant in their lifetime; Developing Nations Grant and Student Research Grant cannot be received in the same year.
Description
The Animal Behavior Society’s Student and Developing Nations Research Grants provide financial support for original research in animal behavior by graduate students and researchers, especially those from developing nations. The program aims to foster conceptual advances and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. Proposals must demonstrate clear theoretical rationale, robust methodology, and a strong commitment to DEI. The application process is unified for several ABS research awards, and all proposals are peer reviewed for scientific merit and inclusiveness.
