Voluntary Nature Conservancy invites outstanding proposals for the prestigious Dr. Bhavbhuti Parasharya Ornithology Fellowship. Designed to foster pioneering field research and avian conservation initiatives within India, this grant honors the legacy of one of India's finest ornithologists.
"His meticulous work on wetland birds and house sparrows inspired a generation of conservationists. This fellowship exists to continue his lifework by supporting researchers who venture off the beaten path."
Projects exploring population dynamics, nesting behavior, feeding ecology, and breeding patterns of endemic or threatened bird species across Indian ecosystems.
Investigations into human-induced changes on critical bird habitats such as wetlands, grasslands, and agricultural matrices, along with restorative solutions.
Grassroots frameworks involving local stakeholders, community monitoring systems, or combining traditional knowledge systems with state-of-the-art scientific research.
Affiliation: Indian Nationals pursuing master's degrees, doctoral candidates, or independent researchers affiliated with recognized Indian research institutes, NGOs, or universities.
Experience: Basic field experiences in bird monitoring, ecological data collection, or community-based natural resource management.
Reporting: Willingness to submit mid-term progress updates and a comprehensive final report with scientific publication drafts.
Submission form is open for candidates to submit proposals and CV portfolios.
Our internal scientific panel reviews and scores all received submissions.
Successful fellowship recipients are officially chosen and notified.
Research begins with funds disbursed and field mentor assignments.