ARIEL APPLETON RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS Sponsored by The Research Ranch Foundation
Purpose: Support non-destructive research in conservation ecology focused on species, communities, ecosystems, or human ecology in the grassland, savanna, and riparian areas of the Southwest. Amount: $2000 per fellowship, which is considered to cover all costs of the study including room, board, transportation and minor equipment costs. Duration: Study to be completed within one year. Eligibility: Undergraduate students or graduate students currently enrolled at recognized academic institutions. Dates: Complete electronic applications must be submitted by 15 February 2006 to Guy McPherson ([EMAIL PROTECTED]). Awards will be announced on 1 March 2006. Application Requirements: Biography of applicant including field experience, relevant courses completed, and other information the applicant deems relevant. Two-page research proposal that describes work to be accomplished, its ecological significance, relevance to contemporary ecology, and a tentative timeline. All information, excluding literature citation(s), must adhere to two-page limit. Letter of support from the faculty advisor stating that the applicant is capable of carrying out the proposed work. Letter describes level of supervision or indicates how the work can be conducted independently. Student's work plan also must be endorsed by the student's faculty advisor. Special consideration may be given to projects that involve the Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch of the National Audubon Society, near Elgin, Arizona. If awarded an Ariel Appleton Fellowship, and if the proposed research is to be conducted at the Research Ranch, applicants must complete the Research Ranch application, which can be found at http://www.audubonresearchranch.org. This research must be reviewed and approved by the Research Ranch. Address questions to Jane Bock ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or Guy McPherson ([EMAIL PROTECTED]).
