ACS Award in Surface Chemistry
ACS Award in Surface Chemistry recognizes chemistry professionals for distinguished contributions in teaching, writing, research, and administration that advance surface chemistry and benefit society.
This grant was recently updated
The 2028 nomination window moved from August 1–December 1 to August 5–December 5, 2026. A two-page CV is now accepted instead of a biographical sketch, nominators must have an ACS ID, and other nomination and presentation details also changed.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (Nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000, a certificate, and up to $2,500 in reimbursed travel expenses
Summary: Recognizes distinguished service advancing surface chemistry through teaching, writing, research, and administration.
Key Information: International nominees are eligible, and neither nominees nor nominators need ACS membership.
Description
The ACS Award in Surface Chemistry is a National Award administered by the American Chemical Society and sponsored by the Procter & Gamble Company. It recognizes distinguished service and extensive contributions to the advancement of surface chemistry, including work in teaching, writing, research, and administration. The award acknowledges professional accomplishments rather than funding a specified research project.
The recognition encompasses scientific research and other professional activities that advance the field. Industry professionals, faculty, chemistry professionals, and international nominees are eligible. Selection considers alignment with the award’s purpose, benefit to society, impact on the scientific field, innovation, and service to ACS goals and the scientific community. The current nomination window is for the 2028 National Awards.
