
University of Central Florida (UCF) Scholarship 2026 in USA | Fully Funded Opportunity
The University of Central Florida is offering fully funded graduate research assistantship positions for PhD students in the Dendroecology and Disturbance lab, Department of Biology. Here are the key details:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Relevant degree in a field such as biology, ecology, or environmental science
- Interest in disturbance-maintained ecosystems, fire and/or hurricane ecology, and resilience
- Experience with quantitative wood anatomy and remote sensing of ecosystems is an asset
Benefits:
- Full tuition waiver
- Stipend of $23,000 per year (plus possible additional summer funding of $7,000)
- Health insurance at no cost to admitted graduate students
Application Process:
- Contact Dr. Nicole Zampieri via nicole.zampieri@ucf.edu to express interest
- Attach CV/Resume, academic transcripts, and a brief statement of research interest
- Deadline: December 1, 2025
This is a fantastic opportunity for students passionate about ecology and conservation biology. If you’re interested in learning more, I recommend reaching out to Dr. Zampieri directly.
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