ACS Award for Creative Work in Fluorine Chemistry
Forecasted
ACS Award for Creative Work in Fluorine Chemistry recognizes industry researchers, faculty, and chemistry professionals for completed creative contributions that advance the chemistry of fluorine.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate, plus up to $2,500 in reimbursed presentation-meeting travel expenses
Summary: Recognizes outstanding creative contributions advancing fluorine chemistry by professionals in industry and academia.
Key Information: This is recognition for completed contributions, not funding for a proposed research project.
Description
The ACS Award for Creative Work in Fluorine Chemistry is part of the American Chemical Society’s National Awards program. It honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing the chemistry of fluorine, including faculty, industry researchers, and chemistry professionals internationally. The award recognizes creative scientific achievement rather than supporting a proposed research project.
Established in 1971 by PCR, Inc., the award was administered by the ACS Division of Fluorine Chemistry until 1990. Its selection rubric emphasizes advancement of the scientific field and alignment with the award’s purpose, alongside societal benefit, innovation, and service to the scientific community. Presentation alternates between the Biennial Winter Fluorine Conference in odd-numbered years and an ACS Spring Meeting in even-numbered years at which the Division of Fluorine Chemistry meets.
