2026 ACS-SBQ "Brazilian Women in Chemistry Awards"
Forecasted
2026 ACS-SBQ "Brazilian Women in Chemistry Awards" support women scientists by rewarding research and leadership in chemistry and related sciences to advance gender equality in Brazil’s chemistry community.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 USD per winner, plus one-year memberships and SciFinder access
Summary: Recognizes women’s outstanding research and leadership in chemistry and related sciences while advancing gender equality in Brazil’s chemistry community.
Key Information: Applicants must identify as women and meet category-specific doctoral and professional achievement requirements.
Description
The ACS-SBQ Brazilian Women in Chemistry Awards are jointly promoted by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and the Brazilian Chemical Society (SBQ), with sponsorship from ACS and ACS Publications. Presented annually since 2018, the awards recognize women scientists’ significant contributions and outstanding research in chemistry and related sciences. The program focuses on the Brazilian chemistry community, promoting gender equality and recognizing the impact of diversity on scientific research.
Three categories recognize emerging leaders, industry leaders, and established academic leaders. Academic and emerging-leader recognition considers research, teaching, advising, science communication, and social projects supporting gender equity. Industry recognition emphasizes research and creative innovation that produce discoveries, commercial success, and societal benefits, alongside leadership and research partnerships. Representatives of ACS and SBQ jointly review nominations.
