Funding Research that Redefines Our Past

Research Grants:
Our grants support academic and scientific research into:

  • Ancient Maritime Exploration: Investigating ancient sea routes, navigation methods, and the influence of maritime trade on early cultures.

  • Diffusionist Studies: Examining the interactions between ancient civilisations and the spread of ideas, technology, and culture.

  • Archaeological Discoveries: Funding excavations and artefact analysis that reveal the reach and impact of ancient sea-faring societies.

GMRF is proud to support projects like:

  • The Gavin Menzies AI Project: An innovative research initiative compiling data on ancient explorers and mapping their possible routes.
  • Collaborative Conferences and Fieldwork: Working with archaeologists and institutions to explore sites and artefacts that contribute to the understanding of early global interactions.
  • We welcome applications from scholars and researchers whose  work aligns with our mission of uncovering new insights into the ancient world.