Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Awards Program
The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation grant honors early-career faculty at undergraduate institutions for excellence in chemical research and teaching, supporting innovative research involving undergraduates.
Funder: Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation
Due Dates: August 6, 2026 (Full nomination & letters deadline) | August 27, 2026 (Appendix for significant developments)
Funding Amounts: $75,000 unrestricted research grant; up to $5,000 may be used for departmental expenses; funds typically expended over five years.
Summary: Honors early-career faculty at undergraduate institutions for excellence in chemical research and teaching, providing unrestricted support to advance their work.
Key Information: Only one nomination per institution per year; no indirect costs or overhead allowed; strict eligibility for faculty at non-PhD-granting institutions.
Description
The program recognizes and supports early-career faculty in the chemical sciences at primarily undergraduate institutions who demonstrate excellence in original scholarly research—substantially involving undergraduates—and a strong commitment to teaching. Awardees receive an unrestricted grant to further both their research and educational activities. The selection emphasizes research achievements, educational innovation, and leadership in advancing chemical education.
