South Dakota Academy of Science

New Researcher Grant Program

This program has been established to provide “starter” funding of up to $3000 for early career researchers, generally within the first three years of institutional research.  To qualify for this program, one must be an active member of the South Dakota Academy of Science for one year and be conducting research at an institution within the state of South Dakota.  If funded, it is expected that a talk will be presented at the annual meeting of the Academy.  Funds must be spent within two years from the date of the award.  Results from the work can be published in the Proceedings with no page charges. 

To apply for this program, complete the application form below and send it electronically to the Mark.Gabel@bhsu.edu . The application deadline for 2025 is October 01, 2025  

Title of Project:

Project Start Date:

What is the primary focus of the project? 

What is the total budget for the project? 

What is your current position or job title?

What is your highest degree awarded?

When was it awarded?

Where was the degree obtained?

In which department were you a student for your highest degree.

If awarded, will you accept funds to your personal bank account or through your institution?

In one or two paragraphs describe your career goals over the next five years.  How will receiving the South Dakota Academy of Science grant help you achieve those goals? 

 

Project Details

Background: In one or two paragraphs provide background information about the topic.  What is unique or important about the study?  How is your work different from previous work on this topic?

Objectives:  Please provide a numbered list of the objectives of the project including a short description of each. 

Methods: In one or two paragraphs provide a timeline and description of what you will be doing including tools used.  If field work is involved, include the location(s) of the sites.  You may attach photographs or maps. 

Outreach: Describe how the results of your project will be disseminated.  Add any links to a website or social media account. 

Results: Describe your expected results and predicted impacts (including better understanding of the topic, improved management of a resource, etc.).

Literature Cited: Include references that are critical to your research. 

Other Funding: What other funding is supporting this research?

Budget: If the grant is awarded to you, explain in some detail how you would expend the funding including any travel, equipment costs, student employment etc. 

Please attach a C.V. or Resume:

By submitting this application, I vow that I am following the ethical standards and practices of my discipline.