Brian C. Focht Student Travel Award
This award helps students present cancer-related research on exercise, health, and recovery at the ACSM Annual Meeting, honoring Dr. Brian C. Focht’s legacy in cancer and exercise science.
Funder: American College of Sports Medicine Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Brian C. Focht Student Travel Award, projected)
Funding Amounts: $500 per award; 1 award annually (projected)
Summary: Supports student travel to present cancer research at the ACSM Annual Meeting, honoring Dr. Brian C. Focht’s legacy.
Key Information: Must be an ACSM national member and presenting cancer research at the ACSM Annual Meeting.
Description
This award, established in memory of Dr. Brian C. Focht, aims to support graduate or medical students with travel expenses to present their cancer-related research at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Annual Meeting. The award is intended to foster student engagement and professional development in exercise, health, and cancer recovery research, and to honor Dr. Focht’s exceptional mentorship and leadership in these fields.
