HSA Research Grant

Typical application deadline: 
January
Contact Name: 
Herb Society of America
Page last updated: 
04/05/2011
Application Deadline: 
January 31, 2012
Contact Phone: 
440-256-0514
Contact e-mail: 
herbs@herbsociety.org
Funding source home page: 
The Herb Society of America
weblinks: 
Grant information
Applicant Eligibility: 
Graduate
Masters
Master's Project
Ph.D.
Other
Keywords: 
Agriculture
Ecosystem
Landscape Architecture
Plants
Research/field research
Amount: 
$5,000
Funding Abstract: 

The Herb Society of America, Inc. (HSA) offers annual research grants to students, professionals, and individuals engaged in research on the horticultural, scientific, and/or social applications or use of herbs throughout history. The HSA Research Grant is intended to support small, self-contained research projects that can be carried out in a short period of time.

Type of Funding: 
Grant
Funding Comments: 
  • The grant is for a one-year period of work.
  • The maximum amount available is $5,000. The amount may be divided among projects, at the discretion of the Research Grants Committee.
  • One-half of the grant is paid at the outset of research. 
  • Every four (4) months, grantees must submit a brief progress report on work completed. When sufficient progress is demonstrated, succeeding grant payments can be made. 
  • A final report must be sent to the Research Grants Committee chairperson. Upon receipt of that report, the final payment can be made. Reports of research not yet accepted for publication are considered confidential. 
    • Application Process and Required Materials: 

    The original and 6 copies must be submitted.
    Applications should include the following:

    • Application form
    • Professional vita, listing qualifications for this project, academic degrees and honors. Not to exceed two pages.
    • Methodology: an explanation of how you plan to complete the project, where the work will be done, what facilities and equipment are available. Not to exceed 500 words.
    • Budget: a detailed listing of all anticipated costs.
    • Schedule: a specific timeline for the project.
    Fund Usage: 
    Short-term research
    Funding Restrictions: 

    Non-allowable costs include: indirect costs, purchase of equipment, tuition, textbooks, conference attendance, private garden development, or travel. Funding is for a one-year period of time.

    Fields of Study: 
    Landscape Architecture