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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Senior Professional Awards - American Ornithological Society

Overview of the American Ornithological Society's three prestigious senior professional awards, including nomination guidelines and eligibility criteria.

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Eligibility

Nominees must demonstrate outstanding contributions to ornithological science.; AOS officers currently serving on the Executive Committee of Council are not eligible.; Nominees are expected to have a high standard of ethical and social behavior aligned with the AOS Code of Conduct & Ethics.

Requirements

Nominations are reviewed by the Senior Awards Committee.; Self-nominations are accepted.; Individuals should be nominated for only one award.; Nominations should represent the diversity of individuals within the Society and the field of ornithology.

How to apply

Review the description of each award.; Review the eligibility and nomination guidelines for specific awards.; Submit nominations through the process indicated on the AOS website.

Contact

Contact via the AOS 'Contact Us' form for questions regarding Senior Professional Awards.

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