Application Deadline:
29 May 2026
About Organisation
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is an international network and data infrastructure funded by governments worldwide. It provides open access to biodiversity data, enabling researchers, policymakers, and institutions to study life on Earth. Coordinated from its secretariat in Copenhagen, GBIF collaborates with global partners to standardize and share species data collected from diverse sources, including museum records, scientific studies, and modern digital observations. By promoting data accessibility and innovation, GBIF plays a crucial role in advancing biodiversity research, conservation planning, and ecological understanding across the globe.
About the Grant
The GBIF Graduate Researchers Award 2026 recognizes outstanding master’s and PhD students conducting innovative research using GBIF-mediated biodiversity data. This annual program highlights contributions in fields such as ecology, taxonomy, and biogeography. The award aims to encourage young researchers who demonstrate excellence in biodiversity informatics and data-driven discoveries. Two selected candidates will receive financial support and global recognition for their work. By promoting research that utilizes open-access biodiversity data, the program fosters innovation and strengthens scientific understanding of ecosystems, supporting global conservation efforts and advancing the field of environmental and ecological research.
Who can Apply?
The award is open to currently enrolled master’s and PhD students engaged in biodiversity-related research. Applicants must either be citizens of a country participating in GBIF or be studying at an institution located in a participating country. Candidates cannot apply directly and must be nominated by a GBIF node manager or head of delegation. Each participating country can nominate up to two candidates. Applicants should demonstrate strong research capabilities, innovation, and effective use of GBIF data in their work. Eligibility depends on meeting academic requirements and securing an official nomination through the designated national GBIF authority.
How to Apply?
Interested students must seek nomination through their country’s GBIF node manager or head of delegation. Applicants should contact their national GBIF participant organization to understand the local application process and deadlines. Each country can nominate a maximum of two candidates. Final nominations are submitted by the respective national representatives to the GBIF Secretariat for consideration.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the GBIF Graduate Researchers Award 2026 is 29 May 2026. Nominations must be submitted by authorized representatives within the specified timeframe.
Last Date To Apply
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