I am simply forwarding this information. If you have any questions, please contact the individuals listed below. Selection of awards will be based on a one page request which includes an abstract of the talk or poster that demonstrates the general principles of conservation biology or ecology as well as the importance of the work to problem-solving. The applicant should include a short paragraph explaining how this opportunity might help in chapter development, or how the experience might make a contribution to the professional development of the Society for Conservation Biology or to building international collaboration.
Grants are available to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers living in the United States.
Applicant must be a member in good standing with the Society for Conservation Biology for 1998. Submit letter of application, which includes an abstract, vita,paragraph on how this opportunity may benefit SCB and an indication of any funding sources that may help fund your attendance at the SCB annual meeting. The application deadline is February 28, 1998.