Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology
The Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology honors innovative research in ultrafast science across physics, chemistry, and biology, presented by the American Chemical Society.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (Nomination period opens) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline for 2028 award)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 honorarium plus up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the ACS meeting; one-time award.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding and creative contributions to fundamental discoveries or inventions in ultrafast science and technology across physics, chemistry, biology, or related fields.
Description
The Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology, presented by the American Chemical Society (ACS), honors individuals who have made exceptional and innovative contributions to fundamental discoveries or inventions in ultrafast science and technology. The award celebrates pioneering research that advances the understanding or application of ultrafast processes in disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and biology. Established in 2005, the award is supported by the Newport Corporation and highlights transformative work with significant impact on the field.
