The journal Climate, published by MDPI, presents the Best Paper Award to recognize outstanding research and review articles that contribute significantly to the field of climate science. All papers published in the journal during 2024 are automatically eligible for consideration, including both regular submissions and those within Special Issues. The award is divided into two categories: one for a research article and one for a review paper. Each winner receives a prize of CHF 500 and a voucher to waive the Article Processing Charges (APCs) for a future submission in the journal, valid for one year. Winners will be announced on 30 June 2026. Climate Best Paper Award
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International Elephant Foundation — Elephant Conservation and Research 2026
The International Elephant Foundation makes grants for the conservation and research of elephants. Eligibility extends to organizations and individuals internationally — including students, scientists, and institutions. The Foundation supports in situ or ex-situ conservation of African or Asian elephants or their habitats. Most awards are about US$15 thousand for one year. The application deadline for short pre-proposals is 07 August 2026. Click here
King Baudouin Foundation — Ernest Solvay Fund
The Ernest Solvay Fund provides grants to individuals and organizations implementing a non-commercial project that is intended to promote scientific and technological training and development, both in Belgium and abroad. Projects may focus on both education and entrepreneurship in areas such as chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and earth sciences. Financial support of up to €10 thousand will be provided. The deadline for submitting proposals is 30 September 2026. Link to Ernest Solvay Fund
Zoologische Gesellschaft für Arten- und Populationsschutz — Conservation of Globally Threatened or Data Deficient Species
The primary goal of the Zoological Society for the Conservation of Species and Populations (ZGAP) is the conservation of unknown, but highly endangered species and their natural habitats. ZGAP funds conservation projects for globally threatened or data-deficient species, subspecies, and populations. Support is often given to young scientists from the developing world who are eager to implement conservation projects in their home countries. The maximum funding amount per project is €5 thousand. Please note that projects in the wealthier industrial countries (Western Europe, North America, Australia, and Japan) are only supported in exceptional cases. There is no application deadline. Find the guidelines for application here
Finnish Government — Recruiting Foreign Doctoral Students
The EDUFI Fellowship provides initial funding to carry out research for a doctoral thesis in Finland. Researchers or Teachers in Finnish university departments, who wish to recruit a doctoral student or a young researcher from outside Finland, can apply on behalf of the foreign student. The fellowship grant is intended for post-graduate studies as well as research and teaching cooperation in Finnish universities and covers the living costs of the fellow. The EDUFI Fellowship is available to all foreign nationals and all fields of study. Applications are accepted anytime. Link to EDUFI Fellowship
Global Biodiversity Information Facility — Virtual Data Mobilization Workshop for West Asia
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) Asia Regional Support Team invites applications for a virtual workshop designed to train data holders in biodiversity data management and publication. The program is open to government and organizational representatives from West Asian countries, including Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Participants will learn project planning, data capture, and the use of GBIF tools, with successful graduates receiving a certification badge. While the workshop is free to attend for the 35 selected participants, no direct financial grants are provided. The program runs from 18 May to 30 June 2026. The deadline for applications is 17 April 2026. More information
American Geophysical Union — Science Journalism Award
The American Geophysical Union accepts nominations for the 2025 science journalism awards. The David Perlman Award for Excellence in Science Journalism recognizes excellence in science news reporting. The Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism recognizes excellence in science feature reporting. Journalists are welcome to nominate their own work. Nominations may be from any country, in any language, and in any news medium (except books). Each award consists of a plaque and a US$5,000 award. Awardees also receive up to US$1,000 in travel costs to attend an event in Washington, D.C. Nominations can be submitted until 19 April 2026. Science Journalism Awards
Earth Journalism Network — Marine Conservation Story Grants
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites applications for story grants to support in-depth reporting on the global “30×30” target, which aims to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. This opportunity is open to individual journalists and reporting groups from coastal countries, with a particular priority for applicants from Ghana, Mexico, and the Philippines. Selected grantees receive an average of US$1,500 to cover reporting costs—such as travel, accommodation, and translation—along with editorial mentorship to produce investigative or solutions-focused stories. Proposals should examine the effectiveness of marine protected areas, the impact of industrial fishing, or the role of local communities and technology in ocean conservation. The deadline for applications is 21 April 2026. Marine Conservation Story Grants
Earth Journalism Network — Great Ape Conservation Media Workshop
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites applications from journalists in Indonesia and Malaysia for a specialized workshop on reporting the conservation of gibbons and orangutans. This program seeks to strengthen the capacity of media professionals to cover the threats facing these primates, including habitat loss, illegal trade, and the impact of human-wildlife conflict. Eligible applicants include staff and freelance journalists from print, online, radio, and television outlets who have a demonstrated interest in environmental and biodiversity issues. Selected participants will receive full coverage for travel, accommodation, and meals during the workshop, and those who complete the training will be eligible to apply for follow-up story grants. The deadline for applications is 24 April 2026. Great Ape Conservation Media Workshop
European Space Agency — African Research Fellowships 2026
The European Space Agency (ESA) invites applications for its African Research Fellowships to support the next generation of African Earth observation scientists. The program offers four one-year fellowships at the ESA-ESRIN center in Frascati, Italy, starting in October 2026. Applicants must be African nationals holding a PhD or a master’s degree with significant research experience in satellite remote sensing or a related field. Fellows will receive a monthly subsistence allowance, travel expenses, and a relocation package, though the specific financial totals are not disclosed in the call.The deadline for applications is 29 April 2026. African Research Fellowships