Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program 2026 (With up to $10,000 in Funding)

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About Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program

The Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program 2026 is an initiative designed to support early-career researchers and professionals working on the future of aquatic food systems.

• Sponsor Organisation: Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions

Benefits of Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program

• $10,000 research funding plus travel support for fieldwork and policy engagement.

• Mentorship from leading global experts.

• Opportunities to present findings at international policy fora.

• Integration into a global network of researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.

Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program Requirements

• Open to early-career researchers, professionals, and practitioners from academia, government, NGOs, and private sector.

• Applicants must show interest in:

  • Blue food pathways & climate/biodiversity goals.

  • Sustainable, equitable, resilient blue food transitions.

  • Nutritional and trade implications of small-scale fisheries.

• Must have a PhD within the last 5 years or be a PhD candidate close to completion.

• Strong communication skills in English; other languages desirable.

• Preference for candidates with experience in developing nations.

Application Date and Process

To apply, applicants should compile a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and contact information for three references, with at least one reference from their current institution. The cover letter must address

1. Your past academic research and relevant work experience;
2. Any previous involvement in broader impact activities relevant to the scope of the Blue Food Futures Program;
3. Your statement of interest in the BFFP Research Grant Program and how you envision it furthering your career; and
4. A description of how your skills, expertise, and networks can help drive this project forward.

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