Fellows

ISBM Fellows

ISBM Fellows are individuals who demonstrate outstanding contribution to ISBM and to the field of behavioral medicine. Named Fellows serve as role models to our members and member societies, and form an enduring cohort of acknowledged leaders dedicated to advancing the field.

Fellows are selected on their embodiment of ISBM values and priorities, demonstrated positive influence on the areas below, including specific contribution to ISBM. ISBM Fellows are recognized for their demonstrated positive influence on the field of behavioral medicine through a combination of the following:

Research

Research contributions should represent a transdisciplinary approach — widely disseminated, scientifically rigorous, and having a demonstrable impact on the research of others or on the practice of behavioral medicine.

• Numerous high-quality publications across disciplines
• Invited presentations at national and international venues
• Academic prizes and awards for research
• Dedication to advancing behavioral medicine research methods through publications, workshops, or presentations

Training and/or Practice

• Excellence in teaching and training goes beyond coursework requirements — inspiring and equipping students to launch successful careers. Achievement in practice involves applying evidence-based methods to improve health through behavior change at a national or international level.
• Track record of mentoring trainees now experiencing success in any field
• Innovative training tools, curricula, or courses
• Behavioral medicine training programs with substantial behavioral medicine components
• Recognition for teaching; authored textbooks or scholarly non-research articles on training
• Development of important clinical measures, tests, or treatments
• Recognition for superior clinical service or clinical leadership

Leadership

Leadership achievements support the implementation of behavioral medicine research, training, or clinical programs. Such activities include expanding opportunities for practice, growing teaching programs, or improving the quality and reach of behavioral medicine.

Substantial success in expanding opportunities for behavioral medicine professionals

• Initiation and direction of innovative behavioral medicine programs
• Development or leadership of organizations that fund or support behavioral medicine
• Influence on organizations or political entities to support behavioral medicine
• Service in leadership roles in behavioral medicine organizations
• Established partnerships between behavioral medicine programs and community organizations

The call for 2027 ISBM Fellows is now open!

Eligibility

• Current ISBM membership (i.e., membership in a member society) for three consecutive years prior to nomination (or a minimum of 10 years past membership)
• Receipt of highest academic degree at least 10 years prior to nomination
• Nomination by at least one, and up to three, ISBM members (nominations by existing ISBM Fellows preferred)

Nomination process

Fellows nominations are submitted by an ISBM Member Society. Applications must include:
1. A statement of contribution and excellence within the field and to ISBM (2 pages max)*
2. Verification of ISBM membership for three consecutive years prior to nomination (or prior ISBM membership of ten years minimum)
3. Support letter from at least one, and up to three, ISBM members (current ISBM Fellows preferred)

Deadline: November 1, 2026
Submit to Awards and Honors Committee Chair: Kerry Sherman, kerry.sherman@mq.edu.au
Awards Ceremony: ICBM 2027, Singapore July 28-31, 2027

For further information about Fellow applications or eligibility, please contact:
Kerry Sherman, Kerry.Sherman@mq.edu.au

*Only 1 nomination per member society should be submitted. Review of applications will consider both contributions to ISBM and to the field broadly. ISBM involvement might include contributions to ISBM leadership, the International Journal of Behavioral Medicine, ISBM meetings, etc.

2025 inaugural cohort of ISBM Fellows