2027 Conference
Scholarships & Research Grants
Official Application Guidelines, Eligibility Requirements, and Award Policies
The International Organization for Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK) invites eligible undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members to apply for its 2026–2027 Scholarships and Research Grants.
These awards are intended to recognize academic excellence, encourage scholarly research, support professional development, and promote international collaboration in health, sports, kinesiology, physical education, and related disciplines. All applicants must carefully review the eligibility requirements, submission guidelines, and award policies before submitting their applications.
Application Deadline
January 31, 2027, at 5:00 p.m. (U.S. Pacific Standard Time)
Applications must be completed in full and submitted with all required supporting documentation by the deadline. Incomplete applications, missing documentation, or failure to meet any eligibility requirements will result in disqualification from further consideration.
Award Categories
Applications will be accepted in the following three categories:
Category A. Undergraduate and Graduate Student Scholarships, Open to eligible undergraduate and graduate students who are registered, paid members of IOHSK.
Category B. Faculty and Graduate Student Joint Research Grants, Open to eligible faculty members and graduate students participating in collaborative research projects.
Category C. Faculty Research Grants in Collaboration with IOHSK Fellows, Open to eligible faculty members conducting collaborative research with at least one Fellow of IOHSK (FIOHSK).
General Eligibility and Membership Requirements
1. IOHSK Membership Requirements
All scholarship and research grant applicants must be registered, paid members of IOHSK for the 2026–2027 membership period. Applicants must provide a valid 12-digit IOHSK membership number when submitting their applications. All applicants and participating investigators must maintain valid membership and good standing through July 2, 2027.
Applicants whose memberships expire before July 2, 2027, must renew their memberships to remain eligible for scholarship or grant awards. Applications submitted without a valid IOHSK membership number will not be considered. Membership registration and renewal: https://www.iohsk.net/membership
2. Award Selection and Membership Merit System
All scholarships and research grants will be evaluated and awarded in accordance with the IOHSK Membership Merit System, which recognizes and supports active, registered, and paid members.
Previous scholarship or grant recipients are eligible to reapply. However, priority consideration will be given to qualified applicants who have not previously received an IOHSK scholarship or research grant.
The total number of awards will be determined based on the number and quality of eligible applications, the availability of funding, and IOHSK's approved fiscal budget.
Applicants are encouraged to verify their current membership status before submitting their applications.
3. Letters of Recommendation
A letter of recommendation is required as part of the application process.
For student scholarship applications, the recommendation must be provided by an academic advisor, faculty instructor, or research supervisor who is a registered, paid IOHSK faculty member.
For faculty research grant applications, the letter may be provided by a professional colleague, academic supervisor, department chair, or college dean, subject to the applicable grant requirements.
Note: IOHSK Policy on Recommendation Letter Limit: Each eligible IOHSK faculty member may submit a maximum of two (2) letters of recommendation per year across scholarship and grant applications combined. These may consist of two scholarship recommendations, two grant recommendations, or one recommendation for each category. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their recommenders meet the applicable eligibility requirements.
Category A: Undergraduate and Graduate Student Scholarships
A1. Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for an IOHSK Student Scholarship, applicants must:
A.1.1. Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a recognized educational institution.
A.1.2. Be a registered, paid IOHSK member for the 2026–2027 membership period.
A.1.3. Maintain valid IOHSK membership and good standing through July 2, 2027.
A.1.4. Submit a complete scholarship application, including the required letter of recommendation.
A.1.5. Comply with all applicable scholarship submission and conference participation requirements.
A2. Conference Participation and Research Presentation
Scholarship recipients are required to:
A.2.1. Register for, participate in, and present their final research findings at the 10th IOHSK International Conference, scheduled for June 29 – July 1, 2027, at The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam in Bangkok, Thailand.
A.2.2. Onsite participation is strongly encouraged to promote academic networking, international collaboration, and professional engagement.
A.2.3. However, recipients who are unable to attend in person may participate virtually, provided they complete the required virtual registration and research presentation requirements.
A.3. Scholarship Amounts and Benefits
Onsite Participation
A.3.1. Up to 10 Undergraduate Student Scholarships: USD $200 per recipient
A.3.2. Up to 10 Graduate Student Scholarship: USD $300 per recipient
Virtual Participation
A.3.3. Conference registration fees waived for eligible scholarship recipients participating virtually.
A.4. Scholarship Disbursement Requirements
To receive a scholarship award for onsite participation, recipients must:
A.4.1. Maintain valid, paid IOHSK membership through July 2, 2027.
A.4.2. Complete conference registration and pay the required registration fees in full.
A.4.3. Attend the conference onsite and fulfill the applicable research presentation requirements.
A.4.4. Scholarship awards of $200 or $300 will be presented during the conference closing ceremony on July 1, 2027, in Bangkok, Thailand.
A.4.5. Scholarship funds may be applied toward eligible conference-related expenses, including travel, accommodation and registration fees.
Category B: Faculty and Graduate Student Joint Research Grants
B.1. Eligibility and Research Team Composition
These grants are intended to encourage collaborative research between faculty members and graduate students. The Principal Investigator (PI) must be a faculty member and is responsible for submitting the application and coordinating the proposed research project.
Each research team may include:
B.1.1. One faculty member serving as the Principal Investigator.
B.1.2. Up to two additional faculty members.
B.1.3. One or two graduate students.
B.1.4. The total number of investigators must not exceed five (5).
B.1.5. A letter of recommendation from a professional colleague, academic supervisor, department chair, or college dean is required.
B.2. Required Investigator Information
The Principal Investigator must provide the following information for every participating investigator:
B.2.1. Full legal name
B.2.2. Valid 12-digit IOHSK membership number.
B.2.3. Academic status (faculty member, master's student, or doctoral student).
B.2.4. Email address.
B.2.5. Affiliated university or educational institution.
B.2.6. All participating investigators must be registered, paid IOHSK members and maintain valid membership through July 2, 2027.
B.3. Research Requirements
Proposed research projects must:
B.3.1. Be based on empirical data.
B.3.2. Include physical activity as at least one of the study variables.
B.3.3. Demonstrate scholarly relevance to health, sports, kinesiology, physical education, or related academic disciplines.
The Dr. Thomas McKenzie Research Grants were established under this research policy in 2021 to support research and scholarly contributions within the IOHSK international community.
B.4. Conference Participation Requirements
B.4.1. Grant recipients are required to register for, attend, and present their final research findings at the 10th IOHSK International Conference in Bangkok, Thailand, June 29–July 1, 2027.
B.4.2. Virtual registration and participation are permitted for recipients who are unable to attend the conference in person.
B.5. Grant Amounts and Benefits
Onsite Participation
B.5.1. USD $500 per research grant
B.5.2. Virtual Participation, Conference registration fees waived for up to five (5) eligible research team members per grant.
B.6. Grant Disbursement Requirements for Onsite Participation
To receive the $500 grant award, recipients must:
B.6.1. Be registered, paid IOHSK members in good standing.
B.6.2. Maintain valid membership through July 2, 2027.
B.6.3. Complete conference registration and pay all applicable registration fees in full.
B.6.4. Attend the conference onsite and fulfill the required research presentation obligations.
B.6.5. The $500 grant award will be presented during the conference closing ceremony on July 1, 2027.
B.7. Grant Funding and Institutional Reimbursement
The $500 research grant is a financial award rather than a reimbursement of conference registration fees.
Accordingly, recipients may separately request reimbursement from their respective universities, colleges, schools, or employing institutions for eligible conference-related expenses, including registration fees, travel, and accommodations. Any institutional reimbursement must comply with the applicable policies, procedures, and funding regulations of the recipient's institution. The IOHSK grant award is administered independently of institutional reimbursement arrangements.
Category C: Faculty Research in Collaboration with FIOHSK (Fellows of the IOHSK)
C.1. Eligibility and Research Team Composition: In collaboration with IOHSK Fellow(s)
These grants are designed to promote research collaboration among faculty members and Fellows of the International Organization for Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (FIOHSK). The Principal Investigator must be a faculty member and is responsible for submitting the research grant application.
Each research team must:
C.1.1. Include at least one designated IOHSK Fellow (FIOHSK).
C.1.2. Include a faculty member serving as Principal Investigator.
C.1.3. Include no more than five (5) investigators in total.
C.1.4. Meet the applicable requirement for full-time, tenure-track faculty participation.
C.1.5. A letter of recommendation from a professional colleague, academic supervisor, department chair, or college dean is required.
C.2. Required Investigator Information
The Principal Investigator must submit the following information for every participating investigator:
C.2.1. Full legal name.
C.2.2. Valid 12-digit IOHSK membership number.
C.2.3. Academic appointment and faculty status.
C.2.4. Email address.
C.2.5. Affiliated university or institution.
C.2.6. All participating investigators must satisfy the IOHSK membership requirements and maintain valid membership through July 2, 2027.
C.3. Research Requirements
All research proposals must:
C.3.1. Be empirical and data-based.
C.3.2. Include physical activity as at least one study variable.
C.3.3. Demonstrate academic and scientific relevance to health, sports, kinesiology, physical education, or related research disciplines.
These research grants operate under the Dr. Thomas McKenzie Research Grant policy established in 2021.
C.4. Conference Participation Requirements
Grant recipients must register for, participate in, and present their final research findings at the 10th IOHSK International Conference, June 29–July 1, 2027, in Bangkok, Thailand. Although onsite participation is encouraged, virtual participation is permitted when in-person attendance is not feasible.
C.5. Grant Amounts and Benefits
C.5.1. Onsite Participation: USD $1,000 - $1,500 per research grant
C.5.2. Virtual Participation: Conference registration fees waived for up to five (5) eligible research team members per grant.
C.6. Grant Disbursement Requirements for Onsite Participation
To qualify for the grant award, recipients must:
C.6.1. Be registered, paid IOHSK members in good standing.
C.6.2. Maintain valid membership through July 2, 2027.
C.6.3. Complete conference registration and pay all applicable registration fees in full.
C.6.4. Participate onsite and fulfill the required research presentation obligations.
C.6.5. The grant award will be presented during the conference closing ceremony on July 1, 2027.
C.7. Grant Funding and Institutional Reimbursement
The research grant constitutes an independent financial award and is not a reimbursement of conference registration fees. Grant recipients may separately seek reimbursement from their universities or employing institutions for eligible conference-related expenses, such as registration, travel, and accommodations, subject to their respective institutional reimbursement policies.
The IOHSK grant award is independent of any institutional reimbursement, and recipients are responsible for complying with applicable institutional financial policies and regulations.
Important Dates & Conference Information
Scholarship & Grant Application Deadline
January 17, 2027, 5:00 pm (U.S. PST, Los Angeles Time)
Scholarship & Grant Notification
February 1, 2027, 5:00 pm (U.S. PST, Los Angeles Time)
Submit a presentation (1st Round)
October 20, 2026 - January 17, 2027, 5:00 pm
Early submission is strongly recommended for consideration!
Registration Deadline
Early Registration: by January 30, 2027
Regular Registration: by February 28, 2027
Late Registration: by March 31, 2027
Conference Dates & Time
June 29 - July 1, 2027; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday.
Lunch Break at 12:00-1:00, included in conference registration fees.
Coffee & Refreshment Break at 10:30-10:45 am & 2:45-3:00 pm on June 29 - July 1, 2027
Conference Location
The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam, Bangkok, Thailand
(visit conference hotel site)
Scholarship & Grant Award Presentation
July 1, 2027, 3:00-5:00 pm during the closing ceremony at the Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
In-Person Attendance Requirement for the Closing Ceremony
All recipients of scholarships, grants, awards, recognitions, presentation awards, and fellowships are required to attend the closing ceremony in person to officially receive their respective honors, certificates, or financial benefits.
Recipients who are unable to attend the closing ceremony in person must notify IOHSK in advance and obtain approval for alternative arrangements. If alternative delivery or payment arrangements are approved, recipients will be responsible for all applicable shipping costs, international wire transfer fees, and other associated transaction charges.
Attendance at other conference sessions or participation virtually does not fulfill the in-person attendance requirement for the closing ceremony unless an exception has been expressly approved by IOHSK.
Contact Information
For questions regarding scholarship eligibility, research grant applications, membership requirements, or conference participation, please contact:
IOHSK Administrative Office: Email: office@iohsk.net
International Organization for Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK)
Important Notice
All applicants are responsible for reviewing the eligibility requirements and ensuring that applications, memberships, supporting documentation, conference registration, and research presentations comply with applicable IOHSK policies. Failure to satisfy these requirements may result in disqualification or forfeiture of scholarship or grant eligibility.
Scholarships & Research Grant Funding Sources
All IOHSK scholarships and research grants are generously funded through the following foundations and scholarship funds, whose contributions support academic excellence, scholarly research, professional development, and educational opportunities within the international IOHSK community:
Dr. Thomas L. McKenzie Foundation
Scholarships and Research Grants
Lucy Tierk Shoham Memorial Scholarship Fund, generously supported by Randi McKenzie and Dr. Thomas L. McKenzie
Lucy Tierk Shoham Memorial Scholarship
The Hoichi-So Foundation
Hoichi-So Scholarship Recipients
Dr. Monoem Haddad Scholarship Foundation at IOHSK
Reference Link
IOHSK extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to these foundations, donors, and benefactors for their generous financial contributions and continued commitment to supporting students, faculty members, and researchers worldwide. Their invaluable support strengthens international academic collaboration, advances scientific research, and promotes the professional development of emerging scholars in health, sports, kinesiology, and physical education.
Ready for Scholarship or Grant?
We encourage all eligible applicants to prepare their application materials carefully and submit their completed applications by the designated deadline. We look forward to recognizing and congratulating our scholarship and research grant recipients at the 10th IOHSK International Conference Closing Ceremony on July 1, 2027, in Bangkok, Thailand!
