ACS Award in the Chemistry of Materials
The ACS Award in the Chemistry of Materials recognizes researchers for outstanding materials chemistry contributions that deepen understanding of the preparation, processing, or use of technologically important materials.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (Nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (2028 award nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate; up to $2,500 in meeting travel reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes outstanding contributions to the chemistry of materials, especially work that deepens understanding of technologically important materials.
Key Information: Recipients must deliver an address on their recognized work at the ACS Spring Meeting.
Description
The American Chemical Society (ACS) Award in the Chemistry of Materials recognizes and encourages creative, outstanding contributions to materials chemistry. Sponsored by DuPont, it places particular emphasis on materials of actual or potential technological importance for which understanding the chemistry of preparation, processing, or use is critical.
The award recognizes scientific contributions while allowing consideration of a nominee’s success as a mentor and colleague. Established in 1988 by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., it commemorates the 50th anniversary of nylon’s commercialization and the discovery of Teflon™.
