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 Brumbacki 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 Brumbacki 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

How to apply: Please complete this application form and email your application to the ASP Conservation Committee at conservation@asp.org. Contact the Conservation Committee with questions. Please put “Brumback Aotus Grant” in the subject line.

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.

Eligibility: Applications are open to all current members of the American Society of Primatologists (ASP). 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) are eligible but must include a letter of recommendation from an advisor or mentor.

International researchers and collaborators working in habitat countries are especially encouraged to apply. ASP members may also sponsor or support collaborators from habitat countries to strengthen applications.

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.

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.

This grant is administered by the Conservation Committee. Chairs: Kaelyn Dobson and Kelly Boyer Ontl