The ACS and SBQ annual award honors outstanding women in Brazilian chemistry for research excellence, leadership, and advancing diversity in science across academia and industry.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per awardee plus additional benefits (one-year CAS SciFinder subscription, ACS/SBQ memberships, plaque, certificate, media coverage, and course registration)
Summary: Annual award recognizing outstanding women in Brazilian chemistry for research excellence and leadership, promoting gender equality and diversity.
This annual award, jointly presented by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the Sociedade Brasileira de Química (SBQ), honors exceptional women scientists in Brazil for their achievements and leadership in chemistry and related sciences. The program seeks to advance gender equality and highlight the impact of diversity in scientific research. Three categories are recognized: Emerging Leader in Chemistry and Related Sciences, Leadership in Industry, and Leadership in Academia. Each winner receives a cash prize, a CAS SciFinder subscription, society memberships, a certificate, a commemorative plaque, media coverage, and free registration for an ACS Institute course.