Pariser Award in Theoretical Chemistry
Pariser Award in Theoretical Chemistry supports researchers with a prize honoring innovative theoretical chemistry research, recognizing its depth, originality, and scientific significance.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (2028 nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 and a certificate, plus up to $2,500 in reimbursed travel expenses
Summary: Recognizes accomplished innovative research in theoretical chemistry, emphasizing depth, originality, and scientific significance.
Key Information: ACS membership is not required for nominees or nominators.
Description
The Pariser Award in Theoretical Chemistry is an American Chemical Society (ACS) National Award sponsored by the Pariser Family Trust. It honors researchers who have accomplished innovative research in theoretical chemistry, rather than funding a specified new project. Selection emphasizes the depth, originality, and scientific significance of the work being recognized. Recipient categories include industry researchers, faculty, chemistry professionals, and international researchers.
The award provides a cash prize and certificate, with reimbursement toward travel to the meeting where it is presented. Originally established in 1991 as the ACS Award in Theoretical Chemistry, it was reinstated as a National Award in 2024 through sponsorship from the Pariser family after briefly becoming a divisional award.
