This scheme is intended to support hypothesis-driven projects that promote and further phycology, its applications and dissemination. These awards are not intended to fund PhD research but there are no further restrictions on the nature of the project, provided it is consistent with the aims of the BPS. Projects may include, for example, feasibility exercises, pump-priming projects, field, laboratory and database research, publications (floras, guides) and outreach (public dissemination and educational activities).