Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grant 2025

About the Grant

The Dissertation Fieldwork Grant from the Wenner-Gren Foundation provides funding for doctoral students conducting thesis research in anthropology or closely related fields. Designed to support projects that deepen our understanding of humanity, the grant encourages innovative, interdisciplinary, and integrative research across cultural, biological, linguistic, and archaeological subfields. There is no restriction on methodology, research location, or topic, making it a globally accessible opportunity. Scholars may request funding for distinct phases of fieldwork, such as multiple summers, and are expected to produce work that contributes meaningfully to anthropological knowledge. This prestigious grant is ideal for doctoral researchers looking to advance their careers and produce pioneering field-based research.

Grant Details

Grant Name: Dissertation Fieldwork Grant
Funding Agency/Institution: Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
Location: International
Research Field(s): Anthropology and related disciplines
Grant Type: Project Grant
Project Duration: Flexible; can include multiple research phases
Funding Amount: Up to US $25,000
Grant Start Date (Expected): July – December 2026
Mode of Research: Individual / Interdisciplinary
Application Type: Open Call

Research Areas Supported

Cultural Anthropology
Biological Anthropology
Archaeology
Linguistic Anthropology
Interdisciplinary and Comparative Studies
Innovative Methodological Approaches

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Enrolled doctoral students in anthropology or related fields
Career Stage: Doctoral / PhD candidates
Nationality/Residency: Open to all nationalities
Affiliation Requirements: Must be enrolled at a recognized university or research institution
Experience Level: Demonstrated capacity for independent thesis-level research

Preferred Qualifications

Prior research or fieldwork experience
Interdisciplinary or cross-subfield expertise
Strong academic record

Not Eligible

Applicants who have already received funding for the same project
Undergraduate or Master’s students not enrolled in a doctoral program

Grant Benefits

Funding Support: Supports fieldwork, data collection, and project-related research costs
Travel Allowance: Covers domestic and international field visits integral to research
Lab/Research Material Costs: Supported when justified in proposal
Collaborative Research Funding: Not applicable; individual research focus
Publication or Dissemination Support: Encouraged through academic publications and conferences
Professional Development Opportunities: Enhanced research visibility and networking through the Wenner-Gren community

Key Responsibilities

Conduct fieldwork and research as outlined in the approved proposal
Adhere to ethical and disciplinary standards
Submit progress and final reports
Disseminate research findings through publications, presentations, or public scholarship
Manage funds responsibly and transparently

Application Process

How to Apply

Submission Mode: Online via Wenner-Gren Foundation Application Portal
Application Portal: https://www.wennergren.org/programs/dissertation-fieldwork-grant

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