Magnolia Society International: Research Grants
From Magnolia Society International
The mission of The Magnolia Society International (MSI) is centered around promoting research and expanding the knowledge base concerning members of the genus Magnolia.
Overview
The MSI’s research funding program aims to support studies that contribute to a deeper understanding of the Magnolia genus. Following a recent redesign by the MSI Research Committee and Board of Directors, the program's goals have been refocused to enhance the quality and scope of research efforts in this area.
Eligibility
Other
- Projects must focus on Red List Status Magnolia, ex-situ collection, field inventories, specific research, or conservation efforts
- Eligible applicants include NAPCC Multi-institution Magnolia participants and BGCI-member institutions
- Projects demonstrating adherence to laws/treaties on collection, transport, distribution, and commercialization of genetic materials are eligible
- Magnolia collections must be made available to NAPCC Multi-institution Magnolia Group, Global Consortium for Ex-situ Conservation of Plants members (future), and BGCI participant institutions
- Funding is prioritized for projects related to magnolia collecting, especially for under-represented species in botanic gardens and arboreta
- Eligible scientific research areas include taxonomic studies, habitat studies, genetic studies, propagation methods, breeding programs, and DNA studies
- Grants are applicable for use over a period of 1-3 years