cyclorhipidion-spurlinumThe award: $500 awarded annually to one recipient. Sponsored by the TREE Foundation in Sarasota, FL.

Who is eligible: University students regardless of their geographic location.

Due date: Each year on December 31st

Selection criteria and conditions: The selection committee will award $500 to the student who in the given year publishes the most interesting and inspiring research paper on insects which are usually regarded as pests. For details, please see: http://www.ambrosiasymbiosis.org/2012/03/award-opportunity/