In a bid to advance local scientific knowledge and promote community involvement in conservation, La Societe Guernesiaise has received a donation which is allowing it to continue with its annual Science and Nature Grant scheme.
It intends to support local projects which are focused on biodiversity research, biological recording, or environmental science.
‘Quite often young ecologists and those interested in the environment stay under the radar until they commence their university studies,’ said Societe president Trevor Bourgaize.
‘The bursary gives us an ideal opportunity to meet these people who will hopefully go on to benefit Guernsey’s nature.’
Past recipients have used the La Societe conservation herd to determine whether mowing or traditional grazing is better for the environment.
Another recipient is currently working on the effect of animal flea preparations, and the effect these insecticides have when entering watercourses such as rivers and ponds.
Charlotte Burgoine, currently working as the Nature Commission's ecologist, did her dissertation on Guernsey’s native hedges, and how they support more wildlife than introduced species.
Students, new researchers and dedicated scientists are encouraged to apply. Proposals can be submitted online at societe.org.gg/wp/grant. The deadline is 30 April.
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