This award was created in memory of Ralph Brown whose passion was jet-boating the wild rivers of the world. He led many expeditions and competed in the top international jet-boating races, winning the world championship trophy in 1996.

More information about Ralph Brown can be found by following the link on the right.

The grant is a single annual award worth £15,000, offered to the leader of an expedition working in a marine environment. This includes the study of coral reefs, rivers, lakes and shallow seas. The project should be of value to the host country and, where possible, to the local community.

Applicants must be fellows or members of the Society. The grant is open to applicants from any nation.

The next application deadline will be 28 November 2008. The guidelines can be downloaded by following the link on the right.