ACS Award in the Chemistry of Materials
ACS Award in the Chemistry of Materials supports researchers through recognition of creative materials chemistry work that advances fundamental chemical understanding 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, plus up to $2,500 in travel reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes creative contributions to materials chemistry, emphasizing technologically important materials and fundamental chemical understanding.
Key Information: Recipients must deliver an address on the recognized scientific work at the ACS Spring Meeting.
Description
The ACS Award in the Chemistry of Materials is administered by the American Chemical Society and sponsored by DuPont. It recognizes and encourages creative work in materials chemistry, with particular emphasis on materials of actual or potential technological importance. The award highlights research in which fundamental understanding of chemistry is critical to materials preparation, processing, or use.
Alongside outstanding scientific contributions, the award considers a nominee’s success as a mentor and colleague, acknowledging that research impact often depends on extending the work of others. It recognizes researchers across industry, faculty, and chemistry professional roles, including international nominees. Established in 1988 by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., it commemorates the 50th anniversary of the commercialization of nylon and the discovery of Teflon.
