Undergraduate Research Award
The Mycological Society of America Undergraduate Research Award funds undergraduates to conduct independent or mentored research on any aspect of fungal biology under faculty mentorship.
Funder: Mycological Society of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Undergraduate Research Award)
Funding Amounts: Typical award supports undergraduate research; indirect costs are not allowed.
Summary: Supports undergraduate students conducting independent or mentored research on fungal biology under faculty mentorship.
Description
The Undergraduate Research Award from the Mycological Society of America supports undergraduate students (sophomore, junior, or senior standing) in conducting independent or mentored research on any topic related to fungal biology, including medical mycology, cell biology, physiology, systematics, evolution, genomics, and ecology. The award aims to foster early research experience and promote engagement within the mycological community. Recipients are expected to contribute a short article about their research to the Society and provide a biography and photo for publication.
