Brumback Aotus Research Grant
Application deadline: November 15, 2025
Aotus Brumbacki was named after ASP member Roger Brumback, who described the species.
Grant proposals are solicited for in-situ conservation research projects that directly address the conservation needs of night monkeys (Aotus spp.). Award amounts are up to $4500. Only projects with a clear contribution to Aotus conservation will be considered. ASP members are especially encouraged to apply and to support collaborators from habitat countries in submitting strong proposals. Recipients of grants must agree to submit a brief report (1–2 pages, single spaced) suitable for publication in the ASP Bulletin to the Chair of the Conservation Committee within six months of project completion. A video report may be submitted in lieu of a written report to highlight project goals and outcomes. Please see examples on the Conservation tab and contact the Conservation Committee Chair for more information.
The goal of the Brumback Aotus Research Grant is to support in-situ conservation of species in the Aotus genus. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, one species of Aotus is endangered, four are vulnerable, four are least-concern, and two do not have sufficient data to identify their conservation status. Night monkey species are threatened by habitat loss caused by agricultural expansion, cattle ranching, logging, conflict, and mining operations. These species are additionally threatened by the bushmeat and pet trade. Due to these conservation concerns, the Brumback Aotus Research Grant is funding Aotus conservation projects. Only projects directly supporting Aotus conservation will be considered for the Brumback Aotus Research Grant.
Award amount: up to $4500
On-line grant submission begins: October 15, 2025
Application deadline: November 15, 2025
Letters of Recommendation due date: November 30, 2025
How to apply: You must be an ASP member (see “Eligibility” below) and you must log-in to the ASP portal in order to submit your application. Follow the “Apply for the Brumback Aotus Research Grant” link to submit your application online using the online grant application system. Applications will ONLY be accepted through the ASP online grant submission system.
All students are required to submit one (1) letter of recommendation (from an academic advisor). Students will be asked to enter the email address of their letter writer. An email message will then automatically be sent to the letter writer with information on how to submit the letter. Letters of recommendation must be submitted online by the letter of recommendation deadline for your application to be considered.
Eligibility: Applications are open to all current members of the American Society of Primatologists (ASP). Applicants from non-human primate habitat countries are eligible for free ASP membership with the support of two voting member sponsors. If in need of an ASP member as a sponsor, please contact the ASP Treasurer, who can act as a sponsor. Please note that new and free memberships can take up to a week to process.
Both students and professionals are encouraged to apply. Projects must directly support the conservation of night monkeys (Aotus spp.) through in-situ research or conservation action. Students (undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD) must include a letter of recommendation from an advisor or mentor.
Projects must comply with the animal welfare regulations of the country in which the research is conducted, and applicants are responsible for securing all necessary permits prior to initiating their work.
Evaluation procedure: The ASP Conservation Committee will make its recommendations for grants by the end of December and all applicants will be informed of decisions by January. Successful applicants will be published in the ASP Bulletin and posted on the ASP web page.
Repeat funding policy: Individuals who receive the Brumback Aotus Research Grant are not eligible to reapply in the following year. They may reapply after a one-year gap (i.e., every other year). However, during the interim year, other researchers from the same field site, laboratory, or program remain eligible to apply.
Contact the Conservation Committee (conservation@asp.org) with questions about this grant or the application process. Please put “ Brumback Aotus Research Grant” in the subject line.
This grant is administered by the Conservation Committee. Chairs: Kaelyn Dobson and Kelly Boyer Ontl