Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship
It's an exciting two-year fellowship program that provides the opportunity for graduate students to conduct collaborative research at one of the 30 national estuarine research reserves.
Through a research project, fellows address a key reserve management need to help scientists and communities understand coastal challenges that may influence future policy and management strategies.
The research reserves represent the apex of estuary science. At these coastal sites, fieldwork, research, and community engagement come together to create the scientific advances that change our communities and our world.
Specific fellowship benefits include the following:
- The ability to develop meaningful cross-discipline research projects in conjunction with scientists, community leaders, and other organizations
- Networking opportunities with the annual fellowship class, plus the other professionals across the reserve system, NOAA, and community partners
- Professional development and mentoring in a variety of disciplines, including facilitation and communication. Fellows will also have quarterly career-readiness training.
- The development of research partnerships between universities and reserves
Pending congressional appropriations, NOAA anticipates an annual budget of up to $45,000 in direct costs. Direct costs should support the fellows and their research and may include stipend, supplies, travel, and tuition.