Charlie Bates Research Award
Charlie Bates Research Award recognizes outstanding Summit abstracts by LGBTQ+ scientists and allies, honoring research achievement while advancing equality and inclusion in the scientific community.
Funder: American Physiological Society
Due Dates: December 9, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 plus reimbursement of the American Physiology Summit early registration fee
Summary: Recognizes an outstanding American Physiology Summit abstract by an LGBTQ+ scientist or demonstrated ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
Key Information: The recipient must attend the Summit to accept the award, which cannot be delayed.
Description
The American Physiological Society (APS) Charlie Bates Research Award recognizes an outstanding abstract submitted to the American Physiology Summit by a scientist who identifies as LGBTQ+ or is a demonstrated ally of the LGBTQ+ community. Established in 2022 by the Bates family to honor their son, Charles Bates, the award reflects the family’s commitment to equality, inclusion and social justice in the scientific community. It recognizes research submitted through a Summit abstract rather than funding a separate research project.
The award brings scientific achievement together with LGBTQ+ inclusion. APS describes demonstrated allyship as consistent, meaningful support through action, advocacy and inclusive practices. Examples include research benefiting the LGBTQ+ community, mentoring LGBTQ+ scientists, fostering affirming environments, advocating for equality and challenging discrimination.
