This Award was established by Lisa Browne and Tim Hollett in memory of Lisa's twin brother and in recognition of the joy that diving and the ocean gave Leo. Valued at $500 annually, the Award will be granted to a full-time graduate student beyond their first year of study in the area of aquatic ecology at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Preference will be given to students in the Department of Ocean Sciences whose research program involves scientific diving. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University.

 Source of Funds: Memorial University                                                                 Number Awarded: 1

Students are required to submit their application to the Department of Ocean Sciences as one application package in a single PDF document in the following order: (1) A one-to-two page cover letter addressing the commitment of the applicant to research in the area of aquatic ecology with a clear statement of the extent to which their research program involves scientific diving, (2) A current CV which includes a list of appropriate research related activities and outputs, (3) A copy of the most recent transcripts, and (4) A letter of reference/support.

Applications should be submitted to JoAnn Greening via email (jsgreening@mun.ca) by January 29, 2026.