Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology
Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology recognizes researchers for creative discoveries or inventions in physics, chemistry, biology, and related fields that advance ultrafast science and technology.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (2028 nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate, plus up to $2,500 in travel-expense reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes outstanding, creative discoveries or inventions advancing ultrafast science and technology in physics, chemistry, biology, and related fields.
Key Information: Nominees and nominators need not be ACS members; nominees are considered regardless of nationality, age, or educational background.
Description
The Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology is an annual recognition administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) through its National Awards program. It honors outstanding and creative contributions to fundamental discoveries or inventions in physics, chemistry, biology, and related fields. The emphasis is on original, insightful research that has significantly influenced ultrafast science and technology.
The award recognizes interdisciplinary scientific achievement, with both fundamental discovery and inventive contributions within its scope. Selection considers the work’s benefit to society, impact on the scientific field, and innovation. Established in 2005, the award is supported by the Ahmed Zewail Endowment Fund established by the Newport Corporation.
