Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology
The Ahmed Zewail Award in Ultrafast Science and Technology honors pioneering research in ultrafast science across physics, chemistry, and biology, presented by the American Chemical Society.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: December 5, 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 honorarium plus up to $2,500 for travel expenses; awarded annually
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 for exceptional and innovative achievements that have led to fundamental discoveries or inventions in ultrafast science and technology. The award is interdisciplinary, encompassing research in physics, chemistry, biology, and related fields. Recipients are recognized for original, creative, and impactful research that has significantly advanced the understanding or application of ultrafast processes. The award is supported by the Ahmed Zewail Endowment Fund, established by the Newport Corporation.
