The Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Program (MSCFP) aims to help increase the number of women in the nuclear field and drive global scientific and technological innovation. Selected students receive a scholarship for Master’s programs in nuclear-related studies. They are also provided with an opportunity to pursue an internship facilitated by the IAEA for up to 12 months. Female scientists from all around the world are invited to apply. The deadline for applications is 31 October 2026. More information
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Biodiversa+ — BiodivFuture Joint Call for Transnational Research on Novel Ecosystems
Biodiversa+ invites transnational research consortia to study novel ecosystems — biodiversity, socio-ecological dynamics, and future trajectories — across terrestrial, freshwater, and marine realms worldwide. No fixed grant amount; budgets and eligible costs vary by each participating national/regional funding organization. Consortia must include research teams from at least three participating countries, including at least two EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries; over 30 funding organizations from 25 countries participate. Pre-proposals are due early November 2026. BiodivFuture Joint Call
Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation — Environmental Photography Award
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (PA2F) Environmental Photography Award aims to reward photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness on environmental protection. Photographers are invited to reflect on our relationship towards nature and the interrelation between human health and planetary health. Images can be entered in 5 categories: Polar Wonders, Beneath the Canopy, Life under the Surface, Humanity versus Nature, and Towards a Sustainable Future. The grand prize winner receives €5 thousand, each category winner receives €1 thousand. The closing date for entries is 01 November 2026. Environmental Photography Award
Melton Foundation — Global Solvers Accelerator
The Global Solvers Accelerator is an eight-month project-based collaborative learning workshop furthering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Up to 20 participants will be invited to attend the fully sponsored week-long in-person retreat, the Global Solvers Co-Lab (July 2026). Eligibility extends to young community development practitioners aged between 20 – 35 years from all around the world. Applicants must have an existing social impact project. The program offers financial aid for deserving participants. Applications close on 15 November 2026. Know more
National Geographic Society — The Human Thread
National Geographic invites storytelling projects documenting the origins and current expressions of global cultures and religions, within its Human Histories and Cultures focus area. Two tiers: Level I (up to US$20,000, for those new to NGS funding, one year to implement) or Level II (up to US$100,000, for more established applicants, two years). Applicants must be 18+, apply in English, and submit a portfolio of prior media work. Priority goes to applicants with lived experience or established relationships in the communities they’re documenting. The deadline is 01 December 2026. Know more
Vital Impacts — Environmental Photography Fellowships
Vital Impacts invites documentary photographers to apply for fellowships supporting long-term storytelling on environmental and conservation challenges, prioritizing photographers with established relationships to the communities or issues they document. One fellowship of US$20,000 goes to an established photographer, six of US$5,000 to emerging photographers, and ten unpaid mentorships are also awarded. Open worldwide, with strong encouragement for local photographers documenting their own communities; prior publication is not required. The deadline is 01 December 2026. Environmental Photography Fellowships
F. M. Kirby Foundation — Social Impact Prize
F. M. Kirby Impact Prize is an annual global prize of US$150 thousand that amplifies and accelerates the work of enterprises working to scale their impact on social or environmental problems around the world. Applicants must have strong evidence of impact over at least 3 years and a plan for how to use the prize to scale that impact in the next 3-5 years. The prize is open to nonprofit, for-profit, or hybrid organizations working anywhere in the world. The deadline for applications is 02 December 2026. Know more
Society of Chemical Industry — Sustainability Award
The Society of Chemical Industry presents the Sustainability Award in recognition of science innovation in industry which has led to significant, measurable improvements in environmental sustainability in product/process development or of business/operational processes. The award is open to an individual or team working in a company of any size or country. Winners will receive a framed certificate and a trophy. The deadline for submission is 04 December 2026. SCI Sustainability Award
Cambridge University — MPhil in Conservation Leadership
Cambridge’s Department of Geography invites applications for its MPhil in Conservation Leadership. Funding comes from external sources arranged by the applicant, University of Cambridge funding, or self-funding — no guaranteed award; PhD-track applicants must separately secure funds for fieldwork. Applicants must identify and secure a potential supervisor before applying, where applicable. To be considered for University funding, the deadline is 8 December 2026. About the program
Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles — Grants in Herpetology
The Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles (SSAR) makes 12 grants of US$500 each for herpetological field research, education, and conservation. Applications are submitted by individuals. Some grant categories are restricted to SSAR members and students, while others are open to everyone. The application deadline is 15 December 2026. Click here