AOCPRM 2027 International Travel Grant

Selection is based on three principal elements:

• Abstract peer-review score
• CV
• Strength of the recommendation letter

This means that simply meeting the age or student/trainee requirement does not guarantee funding. Applicants need to demonstrate both a worthwhile research contribution and a credible academic or professional background.

The travel grant application itself also does not guarantee acceptance of the conference abstract or the grant.

Application Advice

Because the abstract's peer-review score is explicitly considered during selection, applicants should treat the scientific presentation as the most important part of their application.

Make sure the research question is clearly defined and that the abstract demonstrates a meaningful contribution to physical and rehabilitation medicine or a closely relevant area. If the study has results, present the key findings clearly rather than filling the abstract with general background.

The CV should reinforce the research presented in the abstract. Highlight relevant research projects, publications, presentations, clinical or professional experience and other activities that demonstrate your involvement in the field.

For the recommendation letter, choose a supervisor, mentor or senior academic who can comment specifically on your research ability and potential. A letter that simply confirms your student status will be less useful than one that explains your contribution to the research and why you would benefit from presenting it internationally.

International applicants should also plan their finances carefully. The grant covers registration and up to three nights of accommodation, but airfare is not included. Before accepting an award, make sure you have a realistic plan for the remaining costs of travelling to Taipei.

Important Funding Limitation

This is not a fully funded conference opportunity.

The International Travel Grant provides two major benefits—conference registration and accommodation—but does not provide a stated airfare allowance. Applicants from countries far from Taiwan should therefore consider the cost of international flights, visa requirements, meals and local transportation when deciding whether they can attend.

The grant also covers the main conference only. Pre-conference workshops and additional fees are not included.

Recipient Responsibilities

Recipients are required to actively participate in the conference.

Successful applicants must:

• Attend all three main conference days.
• Personally deliver their scheduled oral presentation.
• Attend the official closing ceremony.
• Share conference updates or their academic experience through personal or institutional social media as part of the programme's international outreach requirements.

If a recipient becomes unable to attend, the organizing committee must be formally notified by 31 January 2027 so that the grant can potentially be offered to another applicant on the waiting list.

Application Timeline

Application Opens: 16 October 2026

Deadline: 15 November 2026

Notification of Results: 15 December 2026

Recipient Acceptance Deadline: 31 January 2027

Conference: 26–28 March 2027

Venue: Taipei International Convention Center (TICC), Taipei, Taiwan