Rufford Small Grants for Nature Conservation
The Rufford Foundation
Ralph Brown Expedition Award — 2026 Application Round
Oceanography, Ecology and Systems Ecology research and training grant from Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
Apply by Monday, Nov 16
Up to £15,000
About
An annual award of up to GBP 15,000 supports an experienced researcher leading an expedition in an aquatic environment, including coral reefs, rivers, lakes or shallow seas. Projects should benefit the host country and, where possible, local communities. Applications for the current round close on 16 November 2026.
Eligibility
Career stage: Not stated
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The expedition leader must be an experienced researcher and Society Fellow or member.
Nationality or residence: Any nationality; the expedition leader must be a Society Fellow or member.
Reviewed Sep 24, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
The expedition leader must be an experienced researcher and a Fellow or member of the Society. Applicants may be of any nationality.
Topics
annual awardGBP 15,000experienced researcherexpeditionaquatic environmentcoral reefsriverslakesshallow seaslocal communities
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