ACS ChemLuminary Awards
The ACS ChemLuminary Awards honor ACS groups for outstanding achievements in chemistry outreach, programming, and community engagement across multiple scientific categories.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026: Nomination period begins (projected) | February 2027: Nomination submission deadline / Annual Report (ChemLuminary) deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Recognition only; no cash award. Annual, multiple categories.
Summary: Honors outstanding programming, outreach, and operations by ACS groups and volunteers advancing chemistry and community engagement.
Key Information: Strictly a recognition honor; only ACS local sections, divisions, regional meetings, and international chapters are eligible to apply.
Description
The ACS ChemLuminary Awards recognize and celebrate exceptional achievements in programming, outreach, and operations conducted by local sections, divisions, regional meetings, and international chemical sciences chapters of the American Chemical Society (ACS). These awards highlight the impactful work of ACS volunteers who advance the chemical sciences and foster community engagement through innovative events and initiatives. The annual awards ceremony showcases contributions across a broad range of categories, from public outreach and diversity to safety, sustainability, and professional development.
