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

November 2026 (nomination deadline, projected) | December 2026 (extended deadline, projected)

$5,000 honorarium plus up to $2,500 for travel reimbursement (one-time award)

Recognizes outstanding contributions to the advancement of surface chemistry through research, teaching, writing, or administration.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the advancement of surface chemistry. Established in 1991, the recognition is presented annually at a major meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS). The award celebrates achievements in research, teaching, writing, and administration that have significantly impacted the field of colloid and surface chemistry. The recipient receives a cash prize, a certificate, and reimbursement for travel expenses to attend the award ceremony. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Nomination deadline (anticipated/projected) - December 2026: Extended nomination deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash prize - Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to attend the ACS meeting where the award is presented - Award is given once per recipient --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals who have made extensive contributions to the advancement of surface chemistry. - Eligible activities include research, teaching, writing, and administration in surface or colloid chemistry. - There are no restrictions based on race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability status, or educational background. - Nominees and nominators do not need to be ACS members. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically accepted annually, with the period opening in mid-year and closing in late fall. - Required materials generally include: - Nomination letter detailing the nominee’s contributions - Curriculum vitae or résumé of the nominee - Supporting letters (often 2–4) from other scientists familiar with the nominee’s work - List of key publications or achievements - Nominations are submitted electronically through the ACS National Awards portal. - [Learn more about submitting a nomination for the ACS National Awards](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented at a major ACS meeting. - Sponsored by The Procter & Gamble Company. - Past recipients and additional details are available on the [ACS Award in Surface Chemistry page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-award-in-surface-chemistry.html). --- ## External Links - [ACS Award in Surface Chemistry program page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/acs-award-in-surface-chemistry.html) - [ACS National Awards nomination instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Past recipients of the award](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/acs-award-in-surface-chemistry/past-recipients.html) - [ACS Division of Colloid and Surface Chemistry](https://www.colloidssurfaces.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |--------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards Team | awards@acs.org | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | ACS General Inquiries | help@services.acs.org | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact ACS](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) |

ACS Award in Surface Chemistry - American Chemical Society

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