Dong Qin ACS Award in Nanochemistry
Dong Qin ACS Award in Nanochemistry honors individual investigators for creative, impactful nanochemistry research, recognizing scientific innovation, advancement of the field, and benefit to society.
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 reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes an investigator’s creative and impactful research in nanochemistry, broadly defined.
Key Information: ACS membership is not required; prior scientific awards may affect nominee eligibility.
Description
The Dong Qin ACS Award in Nanochemistry is part of the American Chemical Society’s National Awards program. It recognizes creative and impactful research by an individual investigator in nanochemistry, broadly defined. The award honors scientific contributions rather than funding a proposed research project, and its purpose does not limit recognition to a particular topic, technique, or application within nanochemistry.
Established in 2024, the award is supported by an endowed fund established by Younan Xia. It is named for Dr. Dong Qin, who was Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Selection emphasizes scientific impact and innovation, alongside alignment with the award’s purpose and benefit to society.
