Call for Applications: Wildlife Acoustics Grants

Deadline: 15-Nov-2026

The Wildlife Acoustics Quarterly Grant Program supports scientists and early-career professionals working in wildlife research, habitat monitoring, and environmental conservation. The programme provides product grants worth up to $4,000 per applicant for recording equipment, accessories, and software, while one travel grant of up to $1,000 is awarded each quarter to help eligible early-career researchers attend conferences and present their work. What Is the Wildlife Acoustics Quarterly Grant Program? The Wildlife Acoustics Quarterly Grant Program is designed to strengthen wildlife research and environmental monitoring by providing researchers with access to specialised acoustic monitoring technology. The programme supports the study of terrestrial wildlife, including: - Bats. - Birds. - Amphibians. - Other terrestrial wildlife species. Wildlife acoustics can help researchers detect, identify, monitor, and study animals through their vocalisations and other biological sounds. The programme therefore provides practical resources for researchers who may need specialised equipment or software to conduct field research. Why Does the Wildlife Acoustics Grant Matter? Acoustic monitoring can provide valuable information about wildlife populations and habitats without requiring researchers to observe animals continuously in the field.

The technology can help researchers:

- Monitor wildlife activity. - Detect species in difficult-to-access habitats. - Study animal vocalisations. - Collect long-term ecological data. - Monitor biodiversity. - Assess habitat conditions. - Support conservation research. - Analyse wildlife recordings. Providing researchers with equipment and software can help expand the scale and quality of field-based wildlife research. What Types of Grants Are Available? The programme provides two main categories of support: - Product grants - Travel grants Each type serves a different purpose. Product Grants Product grants provide selected applicants with Wildlife Acoustics products rather than general unrestricted funding.

Eligible support can include:

- Wildlife recording equipment. - Acoustic recorders. - Accessories. - Analysis software. - Software licences. Individual applicants can request up to $4,000 USD in eligible equipment and software. The programme awards up to $12,000 USD in eligible products each quarter across selected recipients. Travel Grants The programme also provides travel assistance to early-career professionals who use Wildlife Acoustics products in their research. One travel grant of up to $1,000 USD is awarded each quarter. The travel grant can help cover eligible conference-related expenses such as: - Conference registration. - Transportation. - Lodging. The purpose is to help early-career professionals share their wildlife research with the wider scientific community. Who Is Eligible to Apply? The programme is open to scientists and early-career professionals involved in relevant wildlife research, monitoring, and conservation activities. Potential applicants may include researchers working on: - Wildlife ecology. - Biodiversity monitoring. - Habitat monitoring. - Acoustic ecology. - Bat research. - Bird research. - Amphibian research. - Environmental conservation. - Terrestrial wildlife monitoring. The programme is available internationally, subject to the stated geographic restrictions. Who Can Apply for the Travel Grant? The travel grant is specifically intended for early-career professionals who use Wildlife Acoustics products in their research.

Applicants should demonstrate that:

- They are an early-career professional. - They conduct relevant wildlife or conservation research. - Their work uses Wildlife Acoustics products. - They have an opportunity to present their research at a conference. - The requested support relates to eligible conference expenses. How Much Funding Is Available? The programme operates on a quarterly basis. Product Grant - Up to $12,000 USD in eligible products is awarded collectively each quarter. - An individual applicant can request up to $4,000 USD in equipment and software. Travel Grant - One travel grant is awarded each quarter.

- Maximum travel grant: $1,000 USD.

- Support is intended for eligible conference registration, transportation, and lodging expenses. What Can Product Grants Be Used For? Product grants are intended to provide technology that directly supports wildlife research and monitoring.

Potentially relevant items include:

- Acoustic wildlife recorders. - Recording accessories. - Research-related equipment. - Wildlife acoustic analysis software. - Software licences. Applicants should explain why the requested equipment or software is necessary for their research and how it will improve their ability to collect or analyse wildlife data. How to Apply for the Wildlife Acoustics Grant Applicants should prepare their application around the research project, the need for acoustic technology, and the expected conservation or scientific value.

Step 1: Determine the Appropriate Grant

First identify whether you are applying for: - A product grant, or - A travel grant. Product grants focus on equipment and software, while travel grants support conference participation for eligible early-career professionals.

Step 2: Describe Your Research

Clearly explain:

- Your research topic. - The species being studied. - The location of the research. - The conservation or scientific problem. - Your research objectives. - How acoustic monitoring contributes to the project.

Step 3: Explain the Need for Equipment

For product grant applications, identify the equipment or software you need.

Explain:

- What you are requesting. - Why it is necessary. - How it will be used. - How it will improve data collection or analysis. - How the equipment will contribute to the research outcomes.

Step 4: Explain the Expected Impact

Show how the project could contribute to: - Wildlife conservation. - Biodiversity monitoring. - H