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Professor Douglas Paton Legacy Fund

Scholarship details

Professor Douglas Paton Legacy Fund
Study levels Ph D, Masters
Value Up to $3,000 for publication fees for a Q1 open access journal.
Close date Saturday, 31 October 2026
Ethnicities Maori, PasifikaPacific
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

To honour Douglas's legacy, his family, partner, and colleagues have created three annual scholarships and awards in his name to support post-graduate students, emerging researchers, accomplished scholars, and practitioners in Disaster Risk Reduction. These awards recognise and advance Douglas's visionary work in disaster science, his deep commitment to education, and his global impact on building resilient communities.

Entry requirements

For more information about the awards, eligibility, and how you can apply, please refer to the .