Plant Science Research Fellowship

The Plant Science Research Fellowship is awarded annually to one outstanding, early-career plant scientist, with preference given to scientists working in organismal plant biology. The goal is to provide advanced graduate students, post-docs, and beginning faculty with an extended stay of 2-5 weeks on the Oak Spring estate to undertake independent writing and thinking, away from the day-to-day demands of their other responsibilities. This is one of Oak Spring Garden Foundation's four most prestigious awards and includes a $10,000 individual grant. While at OSGF, the Fellow will be able to meet with staff, explore the 700-acre landscape and efforts in sustainable land management, and visit the rare book library that holds over 19,000 objects, including many examples of botanical art. The Fellowship is well suited for individuals working on dissertations or writing projects that require dedicated time in a supportive community with minimal distractions. The Fellow will be scheduled to visit when there are other Interdisciplinary Residents or Fellows on-site, allowing them to join in communal meals and optional activities with other artists, ecologists, researchers, or scholars working on projects related to OSGF's mission. Fellows are encouraged, but not required, to give a 20-30 minute presentation at the culmination of their stay to Oak Spring staff and other program participants who might be on site. The Fellow will be housed in nicely appointed shared accommodations with a private bedroom and bathroom, sharing a living room and kitchen with 1-3 other Residents or Fellows. Transportation is arranged from Dulles International Airport to the estate in Upperville, Virginia.