Education Research Track: Early-Career Research Fellowship
The Education Research Track is pausing for 2026 and will not be accepting applications this year. We’ll share information about the 2027 cycle in Fall/Winter 2026.
Recipient announcements
September 1, 2025
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Description
The Early Career Research Fellowship’s Education Research 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 Board on Gulf Education and Engagement.
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.
Contributors
Staff
Maeesha Saeed
Lead
Karena Mary Mothershed
Lead
Leticia Garcilazo Green
Lead
Courtney DeVane
Major units and sub-units
Gulf Research Program
Lead
Organizational Initiatives
Lead
Board on Gulf Education and Engagement
Lead
Office of Fellowships
Lead
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