Skutch Research Award for Studies in Avian Natural History
Any nationality.
It is highly desirable that the grantee have some previous experience of the region and birds (and if possible, the locality) where he or she will study.
The Skutch Award for Studies in Avian Natural History is offered annually by the Association of Field Ornithologists. The Fund is intended to support the study of life histories, especially social relations and reproduction, of little known birds of the Continental Neotropics including Trinidad and Tobago, with a minimum of disturbance. The funds requested from the Award should be adequate for the intended study to avoid seeking additional funds. The grantee may be an amateur or professional ornithologist of any nationality. One award of up to $10,000 will be considered annually.
Application should include:
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application form
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a one-page resume
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one letter of reference. The letter of reference should be from a professional who is qualified to judge the applicant’s ability to perform the proposed research. If the applicant is a student, the letter should be from the advisor, who should indicate if the research is toward a higher degree.
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a research proposal (maximum 3 single -spaced pages). The 3-page research proposal should include: purpose of the study, methods to be used, literature citations, and a budget outlining total costs. Please do not exceed the 3-page limit. The Committee considers need, so a statement can be included as to the probability of the project's completion if the Skutch Award is not received