The Lewis and Clark Fund supports exploratory field research focused on collecting specimens and data, encouraging direct observation to stimulate imaginative scientific inquiry. Eligible applicants include U.S. citizens, residents, and foreign nationals affiliated with U.S. institutions. Projects may be conducted in the U.S. or worldwide depending on applicant status, with special eligibility rules for astrobiology research.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or residents, or foreign nationals affiliated with U.S. institutions. Foreign nationals not affiliated with U.S. institutions may apply for projects in the U.S. only. Specific rules apply for astrobiology projects.