[American Chemical Society](https://www.acs.org)

November 1, 2024 | November 1, 2026

$5,000 award plus up to $1,500 for travel expenses; awarded biennially

Recognizes outstanding achievements in fundamental or applied spectroscopy in chemistry.

--- ## Description The E. Bright Wilson Award in Spectroscopy, presented by the American Chemical Society (ACS), honors individuals for exceptional accomplishments in both fundamental and applied spectroscopy within the field of chemistry. The award includes a $5,000 monetary prize, a certificate, and reimbursement of up to $1,500 in travel expenses to attend the ACS spring awards symposium, where the recipient will deliver an address. Established in 1994, this biennial award is supported by the ACS Division of Physical Chemistry and the E. Bright Wilson Endowment. --- ## Due Dates - November 1, 2024: Nomination deadline (biennial; nominations open July 1–November 1 in even-numbered years) - November 1, 2026: Next nomination deadline (biennial; nominations open July 1–November 1 in even-numbered years) --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash award - Up to $1,500 reimbursed for travel expenses to the ACS meeting where the award is presented - Awarded biennially --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals with outstanding accomplishments in spectroscopy (fundamental or applied) within chemistry. - No restrictions based on race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - International nominees are eligible. - The award is open to professionals at all career stages in relevant fields. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are accepted biennially, with the nomination period open from July 1 to November 1 in even-numbered years. - Nominations must be submitted via the ACS National Awards portal. - Required materials typically include: - A completed nomination form - A curriculum vitae or résumé of the nominee - A statement of accomplishments and impact in spectroscopy - Up to five supporting letters - Detailed nomination instructions and rubric are available on the [ACS National Awards nomination page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The recipient is expected to deliver an award address at the ACS Division of Physical Chemistry spring symposium. - The award is supported by an endowed fund established by the ACS Division of Physical Chemistry and friends and colleagues of E. Bright Wilson. - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/e-bright-wilson-award-in-spectroscopy/past-recipients.html) can be viewed for reference. --- ## External Links - [Award Program Page (ACS)](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/e-bright-wilson-award-in-spectroscopy.html) - [ACS National Awards Nomination Portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Selection Committee Rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/wilson-rubric.xlsx) - [ACS Division of Physical Chemistry](http://phys-acs.org/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | American Chemical Society, 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 | | Email | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | | General ACS Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | Phone: +1 800-227-5558 |

E. Bright Wilson Award in Spectroscopy - American Chemical Society

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