The Ocean Foundation, in collaboration with the Boyd Lyon Sea Turtle Fund, is excited to announce the acceptance of applications for the prestigious Boyd N. Lyon Scholarship for the year 2025.
This scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Boyd N. Lyon, an esteemed researcher and beloved friend, who passionately dedicated his life to the study and conservation of the awe-inspiring sea turtle.
Boyd Lyon was known for his innovative hand-capturing technique, a method he developed to examine and tag turtles without the stress and complications associated with netting.
His pioneering approach not only minimized harm to these creatures but also provided valuable opportunities to study the infrequently observed male sea turtles, an area often overlooked by other researchers.
His commitment to understanding and protecting these magnificent animals serves as the cornerstone of this scholarship.
The Boyd Lyon Sea Turtle Fund is actively seeking applications from Masters and PhD students whose research endeavours align with the scholarship’s mission: to enhance their knowledge of sea turtle behaviour and habitat utilization within the marine ecosystem.
The Fund places a strong emphasis on supporting field research projects that contribute to the effective management and conservation of sea turtles in coastal habitats.
Applications are encouraged from students whose work tackles a wide range of pertinent questions in the realm of sea turtle study and protection.
These can include, but are not limited to, life history studies, oceanography, maritime affairs, environmental sciences, public policy, community planning, and natural resources management.
Scholarship Overview:
- Supports postgraduate studies
- Open to international students
- The Ocean Foundation is the scholarship sponsor
- The deadline for application is January 15th, 2025
About The Ocean Foundation:
The Ocean Foundation stands as the sole community foundation dedicated exclusively to the well-being of our oceans, with a mission to enhance global ocean health, bolster climate resilience, and cultivate a thriving blue economy.
To achieve these ambitious goals, they actively forge partnerships that empower individuals and communities within the regions they serve.
By equipping them with essential financial resources, technical expertise, and valuable information, we enable these communities to effectively pursue their ocean stewardship initiatives, ensuring that everyone has the tools needed to care for the vital marine ecosystems that sustain our planet.
Benefits of the Scholarship:
Depending on funding availability, a single $2,500 merit-based prize will be given to a master’s or doctoral student each year.
Selection Criteria:
During the 2024–2025 academic year, you must be a student enrolled in an accredited college or university, either domestically or abroad.
Graduate students who have earned at least nine credits are qualified. Applications are encouraged from both full-time and part-time students.
Both of the following indicate a desire to increase our knowledge of sea turtle behaviour and conservation, habitat requirements, abundance, and spatial and temporal distribution, as well as a contribution or contributions to fostering public interest in these topics:
- A major area of research is about natural resources, oceanography, marine affairs, environmental sciences, public policy, and community development.
- Taking part in solo or collaborative research, environmental projects, or professional experience in the aforementioned fields.
Documents Required for Application:
A copy of your CV or resume
A three-page study proposal in a single-spaced, 12-point typeface.
A project description that outlines the context of the specific research question being addressed, the objectives of the study, the methodology and the anticipated results, and the strategies for disseminating the findings.
A one-paragraph personal statement outlining your professional objectives about challenges affecting the maritime environment.
A budget outlining precisely how you plan to spend the $2,500 to fund your research.
How to Apply:
To apply, visit the Ocean Foundation scholarship website using the link below.
