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

November 2026 (Nomination deadline, projected)

$5,000 award + up to $1,000 travel reimbursement (one-time award)

Recognizes outstanding achievements and research contributions in industrial and engineering chemistry.

--- ## Description The E. V. Murphree Award in Industrial and Engineering Chemistry is intended to stimulate fundamental research and recognize excellence in industrial chemistry and chemical engineering. Established in 1955 and sponsored by ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company, the award honors individuals who have made significant theoretical or experimental contributions to the advancement of industrial chemistry or chemical engineering principles and their application to industrial processes. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (Nomination deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash award - Up to $1,000 reimbursed for travel expenses to attend the award presentation meeting - Award is presented annually --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must have accomplished outstanding research of a theoretical or experimental nature in industrial chemistry or chemical engineering. - No restrictions based on race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - ACS membership is not required for nomination. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically submitted online during the annual window (July 1 – November 1, projected). - Required materials generally include: - Completed nomination form - Curriculum vitae or résumé of the nominee - List of significant publications or contributions - Letters of support or recommendation - For full details and updated instructions, visit the [ACS National Awards nomination page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The award includes a certificate in addition to the monetary prize and travel support. - The recipient is recognized at an ACS national meeting. - Sponsored by ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company. - [List of past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/murphree-award-in-industrial-and-engineering-chemistry/past-recipients.html) is available for reference. --- ## External Links - [Program page and official details](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/murphree-award-in-industrial-and-engineering-chemistry.html) - [ACS National Awards nomination instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [American Chemical Society main site](https://www.acs.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | | Phone | +1 800-227-5558 | | Address | 1155 Sixteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | General Contact Page | [https://www.acs.org/contact.html](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) |

E. V. Murphree Award in Industrial and Engineering Chemistry - American Chemical Society

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