ESMAC for a Cause

ESMAC aims to promote initiatives that align with ESMAC’s mission, vision and values, for individuals and institutions in regions with limited resources worldwide.

Through the ESMAC for a Cause fellowship grant, we support our members in contributing to activities related to human movement analysis and other ESMAC-relevant topics, where multidisciplinary knowledge transfer or international collaboration can create lasting impact.

Through this initiative, individuals and host institutions may receive financial support to gain experience in clinical, educational and research settings, further specialise in a specific area, or undertake knowledge-exchange activities. New collaborations and proposals are welcome.

Deadline: 10th of April 2026

This award is supported by Vicon Motion Systems Ltd., Oxford, UK 

  • Applicants for the scholarship must be current ESMAC members.
  • The annual open competition will award the grant to the best candidate, whether a returning or a new applicant. A member may receive the award only once every three years.
  • Applicants must submit a clear and justified plan of the proposal, including a precise budget (up to a maximum of 1500 EUR), which will be subject to approval by the ESMAC Board. Eligible expenses include justified costs related to the initiatives as well as travel, accommodation, and daily living requirements during the stay for the applicants.
  • The amount awarded is ultimately at the discretion of the panel and may be more or less than the request if deemed appropriate. A maximum of one grant will be awarded per year.
  • Applicants should work out the goals and contents of the proposal together with the hosting institution.
  • Applications can be submitted via this form.
  • Applicants should provide a statement (max 3 pages) outlining why they wish to have this scholarship and include a plan for the proposal.
  • Provide a CV for the main applicant and other people involved.
  • Provide an agreement/invitation letter from a senior member of staff at the host institution.
  • Provide a letter of support from a senior member of staff from their own institute.
  • Provide a short summary of their project that will appear on the ESMAC website.
  • Applications can be submitted by the end of March. The applicant will be notified before the end of April. Awards will be also announced at the ESMAC Annual Meeting.
      • Provide a written report of your project, max. 2 months after completion.
      • Provide a short summary of your project with picture(s) that will appear on the ESMAC website.
      • Selected applicants may be asked to give a 5-minute presentation about their project at the first following ESMAC Annual Meeting.