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Fellowship/Professional Development Program

Environmental Protection and Stewardship Track: Early-Career Research Fellowship

For the 2025-2027 Application Cycle, the Environmental Protection and Stewardship track’s goal: Advance scientific knowledge in the design, implementation and evaluation of effective nature-based solutions (NbS) that enhance ecosystem health and community resilience to extreme weather in the Gulf region, while also addressing a multiplicity of other co-benefits (such as water and air quality, biodiversity, and climate adaptation.)

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The Early Career Research Fellowship’s Environmental Protection and Stewardship track aligns with one of Gulf Research Program’s five program areas, and narrows the focus of the fellowship to support the most relevant research to the goals and objectives of the Gulf Environmental Protection and Stewardship Board.

The Gulf Research Program’s Early-Career Research Fellowship supports emerging scientific leaders as they take risks on research ideas not yet tested, pursue unique collaborations, and build a network of colleagues who share their interest in improving offshore energy system safety and the well-being of coastal communities and ecosystems.

Because the early years of a researcher’s career are a critical time, the relatively unrestricted funds and mentoring this fellowship provides help recipients navigate this period with independence, flexibility, and a built-in support network.

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