ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry
ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry honors researchers for fundamental achievements in polymer synthesis and physical chemistry that advance understanding and address global needs for polymeric materials.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline) | December 1, 2026 (Alternative timeline deadline) | August 5, 2026 (Nominations open)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate, plus up to $1,000 in reimbursed presentation-meeting travel expenses
Summary: Recognizes fundamental achievements in polymer synthesis and physical chemistry that advance understanding and address global needs for polymeric materials.
Key Information: Recipients must deliver an address on the recognized scientific work at the ACS Spring Meeting.
Description
The ACS Award in Polymer Chemistry is a national award administered by the American Chemical Society and sponsored by Procter & Gamble. Rather than funding a proposed project, it recognizes outstanding fundamental contributions and achievements across polymer chemistry, emphasizing the basic-science impact of a researcher’s body of work.
The award honors pioneering synthetic methods for unique polymeric materials and profound discoveries in polymer physical chemistry that advance understanding of complex macromolecular behavior. Its purpose connects these fundamental advances with global needs for advanced polymeric systems and materials. Eligible recipient groups include researchers in industry, faculty, chemistry professionals, and international researchers.
