To educate and empower professionals to advance the science and practice of health and human performance.
The grant program focuses on giving back to members through research and travel awards to invest in the future of sports medicine and exercise science. Eligible students and professionals can apply for prestigious awards. Specific attention is given to the Priscilla Clarkson Undergraduate Travel Award, which assists undergraduate students with travel expenses to present their research at the ACSM Annual Meeting. Scientific quality is the primary selection criterion, with priority given to human-based research on topics such as exercise-induced muscle damage, sport nutrition, and exercise and cancer, reflecting the research interests and contributions of Dr. Priscilla M. Clarkson.