Since 1989 MAB has been providing 10 young researchers each year with awards of up to US$ 5,000 in support of their research on ecosystems, natural resources and biodiversity. Through the MAB is investing in a new generation of scientist worldwide because we think we trained and committed young people are key to addressing ecological and sustainability issues.
WORTH
- Awards are set at maximum of US$ 5, 000
ELIGIBILITY
- To be eligible, award applications must be made on the MAB Young Scientist Award application form (in English or French) and be endorsed by the applicants MAB National Committee which may endorse only two applications per year from applicants who are not older than 40 years of age
- Priority is given to interdisciplinary projects carried out in biosphere reserves designated under the man and the Biosphere programme or potential biosphere reserves
- Applicants from developed countries are eligible for awards only in exceptional cases
- International travel expenses are usually not covered under these Awards
Deadline: October 31, 2015
To apply and for more information visit here
