Goel Award for Translational Research in Biomechanics Grant

Goel Award for Translational Research in Biomechanics Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The American Society of Biomechanics
Amount: US $1,000
Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Summary

The Goel Award for Translational Research in Biomechanics, established in 2016, honors exceptional achievements in biomechanics research that translate into societal benefits. Named after Dr. Vijay Goel, a recognized figure in the field, the award is presented annually to an ASB member who exemplifies originality and quality in their work. It includes a plaque and a $1,000 prize, promoting the advancement of human health through innovative research.

Overview

Mission To encourage and foster the exchange of information and ideas among biomechanists working in different disciplines and fields of application, biological sciences, exercise and sports science, health sciences, ergonomics and human factors, and engineering and applied science, and to facilitate the development of biomechanics as a basic and applied science. Goel Award for Translational Research in Biomechanics The Goel Award, newly created in 2016, recognizes outstanding accomplishments in translational biomechanics research, entrepreneurship, and societal benefit. The award is named after Dr. Vijay Goel, the Borelli Award winner in 2014 and is given annually to an ASB member. The Award was initiated by Dr. Goel’s loving and devoted family. The Goel Award selection is based on originality, quality and depth of the candidate’s research, and the commercial and societal benefits emanating from this research. This research is expected to have a biomechanical element. The winning candidate will have demonstrated the translational nature of his or her work from basic research to the enhancement of human health and well-being. The awardee must attend the Annual Meeting of the ASB in order to receive the award. The award consists of an engraved plaque and a check for $1,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Goel Award is open to all ASB members ASB members come from academia, industry, clinical entities, and government agencies. At any time, there are approximately 950 active members from 45+ states in the U.S., several Canadian provinces, and at least a dozen foreign countries.Candidates may be nominated by themselves or by others.Unsuccessful applications submitted will be rolled over for consideration in the subsequent year. After two review cycles, the application will need to be resubmitted to the ASB Awards Chair. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.

Ineligibility

ASB officers and members of the Society’s Awards Committees