KNAW Academy Ecology Fund 2016

The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) invites applications for its Academy Ecology Fund (formerly known as the Schure-Beijerinck-Popping Fund). Deadline for submissions is December 15, 2015. The purpose of the Fund is to support fieldwork in the Netherlands and abroad, and research abroad by young ecologists working in the Netherlands. The annual budget available is up to € 69,000 for the Academy Ecology Grants. The size of the grant is generally between € 3,000 and € 9,000. 
Funding is intended primarily for fundamental research. Projects seeking a fundamental solution to practical problems are also eligible. The assets of the Academy Ecology Fund consist of the estates of Ms G. Beijerinck-Popping and Ms Dr P.S.J. Schure.
Young researchers may submit an application themselves, provided it is accompanied by a letter of recommendation. Senior researchers can apply for a portion of their fieldwork or for research carried out by young researchers.