The Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity (SysEB) Section leadership invites SysEB undergraduate and graduate students to submit applications for the J. E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Awards. Biodiversity, in the broad sense, covers a multitude of areas at both the molecular and organismic levels. These awards are to support research in these areas with emphasis on non-taxonomic studies. Such studies could include natural history, morphology, behavior, conservation, paleobiology, biochemistry, physiology, and related areas. Expenses incurred could include travel, hotel/lodging, food, collecting equipment, laboratory rearing materials, chemical solutions, visual images of various kinds, and other related costs. Expenses associated with descriptive taxonomy could be considered but would be of lower priority.
Typical award amounts are approximately $1,000–$2,000 but will vary depending upon the number of qualified applicants and investment income of the endowment fund in any given year. Payment of the award will occur upon completion of travel as reimbursement. Students must provide evidence of travel (receipts, copies of travel/hotel bills, etc.) and copies of collecting and export permits (if applicable). If paying out of pocket is a hardship, students may request payment upfront. The payment upfront will be based on the proposed budget that is submitted with the application. Proof of travel will be required after the travel date.
You are able to save applications and come back to them prior to the deadline; however once you have submitted your application you will not be able to edit. If you need to make changes after you have submitted contact awards@entsoc.org.
Click Here for additional information on the The J.E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Award requirements and eligibility criteria.
The J.E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Award
The Systematics, Evolution, and Biodiversity (SysEB) Section leadership invites SysEB undergraduate and graduate students to submit applications for the J. E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Awards. Biodiversity, in the broad sense, covers a multitude of areas at both the molecular and organismic levels. These awards are to support research in these areas with emphasis on non-taxonomic studies. Such studies could include natural history, morphology, behavior, conservation, paleobiology, biochemistry, physiology, and related areas. Expenses incurred could include travel, hotel/lodging, food, collecting equipment, laboratory rearing materials, chemical solutions, visual images of various kinds, and other related costs. Expenses associated with descriptive taxonomy could be considered but would be of lower priority.
Typical award amounts are approximately $1,000–$2,000 but will vary depending upon the number of qualified applicants and investment income of the endowment fund in any given year. Payment of the award will occur upon completion of travel as reimbursement. Students must provide evidence of travel (receipts, copies of travel/hotel bills, etc.) and copies of collecting and export permits (if applicable). If paying out of pocket is a hardship, students may request payment upfront. The payment upfront will be based on the proposed budget that is submitted with the application. Proof of travel will be required after the travel date.
You are able to save applications and come back to them prior to the deadline; however once you have submitted your application you will not be able to edit. If you need to make changes after you have submitted contact awards@entsoc.org.
Click Here for additional information on the The J.E. and Jean M. McPherson Entomology Undergraduate and Graduate Student Biodiversity Award requirements and eligibility criteria.