American Ornithological Society (AOS) - Research Grants

Official program page for the American Ornithological Society (AOS) Kessel Fellowships, providing research funding for early-career ornithologists.

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Deadline15 May 2026; 2026-03-13: Announcement of awards; 2025-12-15: Self-nomination deadline; 1 May: Notification of application outcome; 2026-02-04: Optional grant preparation workshop; 2026-02-04: Optional virtual preparation workshop

Award amountHonorarium; Certificate; up to $4,000; Up to $5,000 USD; $1,500 honorarium; Framed certificate; $5,000 to ~$35,000; $500–$1,000 honorarium

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Achievement Awards - American Ornithological Society

Overview of the American Ornithological Society's Achievement Awards, which recognize contributions in ornithology, science, conservation, publications, and presentations.

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Eligibility

Nominees are expected to have a high standard of ethical and social behavior aligned with the AOS Code of Conduct & Ethics.

How to apply

Questions regarding awards can be directed to the committee chairs via the contact link provided on the page.

Contact

Contact form available on the website for inquiries forwarded to the appropriate committee chair.

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