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

July 2026 (Nomination period opens) | November 2026 (Nomination deadline)

$5,000 award plus up to $2,500 for travel expenses; annual award

Honors outstanding achievements in applied polymer science, including plastics, coatings, composites, and adhesives.

Nominations were paused for 2025 due to lack of funding; check program page for updates on future cycles.

--- ## Description The award recognizes and encourages outstanding achievements in the science or technology of plastics, coatings, polymer composites, adhesives, and related fields. Established in 1966, it is one of the American Chemical Society’s national awards and highlights significant scientific contributions to the advancement of polymer and polymer materials research, particularly focusing on innovations from the last decade. The award includes a monetary prize, a certificate, and reimbursement of travel expenses to the ACS meeting where the award is presented. --- ## Due Dates - **Nomination period opens (anticipated):** July 2026 - **Nomination deadline (anticipated):** November 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash award - Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the ACS meeting for award presentation - Award is presented annually --- ## Eligibility - Open to scientists active in polymer and polymer materials research, including faculty, industry professionals, and international candidates. - Selection is based primarily on scientific contributions made to the technology of plastics, coatings, polymer composites, adhesives, and related fields during the 10 years preceding the selection. - Preference is given to avoid repeating specific areas of technology recognized in the two preceding years. - The award is granted regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, or educational background. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically open from July 1 to November 1 each year (anticipated for 2026). - Nominations must be submitted through the ACS National Awards nomination portal. - For details on preparing and submitting a nomination, visit the [ACS National Awards nominations page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The award was not offered for the 2025 cycle due to a lack of funding; future cycles are anticipated but not guaranteed. - The award has a long history and has been supported by various sponsors since its inception. - See [past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/acs-award-in-applied-polymer-science/past-recipients.html) for examples of recognized achievements. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: ACS Award in Applied Polymer Science](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-award-in-applied-polymer-science.html) - [ACS National Awards Nominations](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [American Chemical Society Funding & Awards](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | American Chemical Society
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ACS Award in Applied Polymer Science

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