Summary:
An annual scholarship to a marine biology student whose research is focused on sea turtles
Application Deadline Date:
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Academic Area:
Sea Turtle Behavior and Conservation; Marine Ecology
Description:
Applications are invited from Masters and Ph.D. level students that work and/or research in an area consistent with the Boyd Lyon Sea Turtle Fund’s mission to support field research projects that further our knowledge of sea turtle behavior and habitat use in the marine environment, as well as those projects that promote their management and conservation in coastal ecosystems. Applications to be considered must address questions from a wide range of fields in sea turtle research and conservation including, but not limited to, life history studies, oceanography, marine affairs, environmental sciences, public policy, community planning and natural resources. One merit-based award of $2,500 will be made annually to a student at the Masters or Ph.D. level, based upon available funds.
Eligibility Requirement - Gender:
Eligibility Requirement - Citizenship:
Eligibility Requirement - Residency:
Eligibility Requirement - Other:
Eligibility Criteria:
A. Be a student enrolled in an accredited College or University (in the U.S. or internationally) during the 2024/2025 academic year. Graduate students (minimum 9 credits completed) are eligible. Both full and part time students are welcome to apply.
B. Clearly demonstrate interest in enhancing our understanding of sea turtle behavior and conservation, habitat needs, abundance, spatial and temporal distribution, as well as contribution(s) to advancing the public interest in such issues, as evidenced by both of the following.
1. A major field of study pertaining to oceanography, marine affairs, environmental sciences, public policy, community planning or natural resources.
2. Participation in cooperative or independent research, environmental activities or work experience related to the above mentioned disciplines.
Specializations:
Climate Change Science and Solutions
Ecosystem Management and Conservation
People, Equity, and the Environment
Water Resource Science & Management
Date Updated:
Saturday, December 28, 2024
Eligibility - Citizenship:
US Citizens/Permanent Residents
Foreign Nationals
DACA