The Bruce Grant Award

This award honors Dr. Bruce S. Grant, a retired William & Mary biology professor whose career was dedicated to the study and teaching of genetics and evolution. The Bruce Grant Award was established by several of his former students to recognize an undergraduate biology student conducting or planning a research project with an evolutionary focus.

The key criteria for selecting a recipient include the relevance of the research to an evolutionary problem and the scientific merit of the proposed study. The committee also considers the feasibility of the project and the student’s ability to complete it successfully. Factors such as grade point average, knowledge of the subject, demonstrated motivation for research, and other personal indicators are used to assess the candidate’s potential for a rewarding research experience.

Nominators should submit information about the student’s research projects, honors, publications, presentations at conferences, participation in the academic community, and any awards or grants supporting their work. Nominations are accepted during the spring semester.

If you would like to contribute to the Bruce Grant Award fund and support undergraduate research in genetics and evolution, your generosity is greatly appreciated. Contributions help sustain this award and encourage the next generation of evolutionary biologists.