ACS Award in Applied Polymer Science
Forecasted
The ACS Award in Applied Polymer Science recognizes scientists for contributions to plastics, coatings, composites, adhesives, and related technologies that advance applied polymer science.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 award and certificate; reimbursement of up to $2,500 for travel to the presentation meeting
Summary: Recognizes outstanding scientific contributions to plastics, coatings, polymer composites, adhesives, and related technologies.
Key Information: ACS cites a lack of funding for this award; confirm its status before preparing a nomination.
Description
The American Chemical Society (ACS) Award in Applied Polymer Science recognizes and encourages outstanding achievements in the science or technology of plastics, coatings, polymer composites, adhesives, and related fields. It is a national award for scientists active in polymer and polymer materials research, with an emphasis on contributions that advance the technologies associated with these materials.
Selection focuses primarily on scientific contributions made during the ten years before selection. The award succeeds the ACS Award in the Chemistry of Plastics and Coatings, established in 1966, and reflects a broader scope of applied polymer science. ACS currently cites a lack of funding for the award, so prospective nominators should check its program page for updates.
