[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

November 2026 | December 2026

$6,000 shared among team members; each receives a certificate; employer(s) also recognized

Honors multidisciplinary teams in the chemical industry who have commercialized innovative ideas, emphasizing the value of teamwork in achieving impactful results.

--- ## Description This award recognizes the achievements of multidisciplinary teams in the chemical and allied industries that have successfully brought innovative ideas to commercial fruition. The program specifically celebrates teams whose collaboration has resulted in a product or process now in commercial use, highlighting the collective impact and societal benefit of effective teamwork in chemical innovation. The award underscores the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration and the translation of research and development into tangible, beneficial outcomes. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated): Annual nomination period close - December 2026 (anticipated): Nomination deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total award: $6,000 (shared equally among all team members) - Each team member receives a certificate - A certificate is also awarded to the employer(s) of the team --- ## Eligibility - The nominated team must: - Be multidisciplinary (minimum of two members) - Include at least one ACS member in good standing - Have achievements documented in technical literature (publications or patents) - Demonstrate impact through the successful commercialization of a product or process of special value to society - Achieve results that could only be accomplished through effective teamwork - Show a commercialization effort with no major adverse impact on human health or the environment - Provide realistic health, safety, and environmental protections consistent with the intended use - The award is open regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted during the annual nomination period (anticipated to close in November/December) - Teams must be nominated; self-nominations are accepted - Required documentation includes: - Evidence of commercialization (e.g., patents, publications) - Description of the team's collaborative achievements and impact - ACS membership verification for at least one team member - Visit the [ACS Award for Team Innovation page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-award-for-team-innovation.html) for nomination instructions and selection criteria - Additional guidance and nomination forms are available on the [ACS National Awards Nomination page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) --- ## Additional Information - The award is sponsored by the ACS Corporation Associates - Established in 1994 to recognize team-based innovation in chemistry and allied industries - Past recipients and further details can be found on the [Past Recipients page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/acs-award-for-team-innovation/past-recipients.html) --- ## External Links - [ACS Award for Team Innovation Program Page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-award-for-team-innovation.html) - [ACS National Awards Nomination Instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Selection Criteria Rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/team-innovation-rubric.xlsx) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/acs-award-for-team-innovation/past-recipients.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|------------------------------------|-------------------|--------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 | | General ACS Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | | | | Contact Form | [ACS Contact Page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | | |

ACS Award for Team Innovation - American Chemical Society

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