To mark its 50th anniversary, the Accredited Gemologists Association (AGA) announced the return of AGA Gemological Research Grant award for 2024, open to gemological enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.
While applications for the Scholarship project were available until 15 May 2024, those for the Research Grant, which opened on 15 April, have been extended until 15 July 2024. Interested parties are urged to read the admission criteria carefully and submit their applications by the deadline indicated.
The 2024 AGA Gemological Research Grant supports individuals developing a scientific research project whose subject is in or directly related to gemology. The Grant provides funding of up to $10,000 for an approved project as authorized by the AGA Board of Governors. Applicants must have an established relationship with a gem research laboratory or a scientific institute to accomplish the proposed project and should have a degree in science and/or extensive experience in a related gemological field.
About the Scholarships and the Research Grants, AGA President Teri Brossmer stated: «AGA is excited to extend these special awards, especially for our fiftieth anniversary year. By funding these awards, AGA remains true to the vision of our founders and our mission to support gemological education and research. We look forward to receiving many applications and watching each recipient’s professional advancement and success».
For more information on the grants, visit www.agatoday.org/research-grant. Further details and past recipients of the AGA Gemological Education Scholarship and Research Grant programs can be found on the newly launched AGA website.
