Annual Meeting session

Bridging the Gap or Falling Behind: How Academia-Industry Partnerships Are No Longer Optional for Exercise Science

In today’s politically and economically complex research environment, isolated efforts are insufficient to drive innovation and translate findings into real-world impact. This session will examine how strategic partnerships between academia and industry can accelerate innovation, improve…

About this course

2026 ACSM Annual Meeting President's Lecture

What you will learn

  • Identify strategies to establish and maintain effective collaborations between academia and industry in exercise science research
  • Recognize the ethical, regulatory, and practical considerations necessary for successful academic-industry partnerships in the current research landscape