Beta Sigma Kappa (BSK) Research Fellowship
The Beta Sigma Kappa Research Fellowship from the American Academy of Optometry supports early-career optometric researchers in advancing vision science and clinical eye care knowledge.
Funder: American Academy of Optometry
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: One fellowship of $4,000 awarded annually; supports up to one year of research.
Summary: Supports early-career optometric faculty and residents in vision science research, fostering innovation and scholarly contributions to the field.
Description
The Beta Sigma Kappa (BSK) Research Fellowship, administered by the American Academy of Optometry, is designed to support the research efforts of new optometric and vision science faculty as well as optometric residents. Established in 2012, the fellowship encourages early-career researchers to pursue a wide range of questions relevant to vision science, clinical practice, and eye-related public health. The program aims to foster innovation, scholarly activity, and professional development, while recipients are expected to disseminate their findings through publication and presentations, contributing to the advancement of the optometric profession.
