This grant provides support for Ecologists in Africa to carry out innovative ecological research. They recognize that ecologists in Africa face unique challenges in carrying out research; the grant is designed to support you in developing your skills, experience, and knowledge base as well as making connections with ecologists internationally. British Ecological Society supports excellent ecological science in Africa by funding services and equipment.
As part of the application process, two referees will be required to submit statements of support. If you are applying for travel funds, one of these must be from your host institution.
These statements should include why the project is important, what support will be given to you, and a statement that any equipment bought for the project will be made available for anyone in the host institution to conduct ecological research. British Ecological Society will automatically contact the referees using the email addresses provided in the application; both reference statements must be completed online before the application deadline. British Ecological Society cannot accept referee statements sent independently via email or by letter.