The American Vacuum Society Awards recognize exceptional research and innovation in materials, interfaces, and processing across academia, industry, and government.
Funder: American Vacuum Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Professional Awards & Fellow) | May 2027 (National Student Awards)
Funding Amounts: Amounts vary by award; typical professional awards are recognition only or $1,000–$5,000; student awards and scholarships range from $500 to $2,000.
Summary: Annual awards program recognizing outstanding achievements in AVS fields, including research, innovation, service, and student excellence.
Key Information: This is a nomination-based recognition program, not a standard research grant.
The American Vacuum Society (AVS) Awards program annually recognizes exceptional contributions in the science and technology of materials, interfaces, and processing. The program includes a wide range of honors: national professional and technical awards, society honors (such as Fellow and Honorary Membership), division/group awards, and student awards and scholarships. These awards celebrate research excellence, innovation, professional service, and support for the AVS community, with a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion across academia, industry, and government sectors.