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

November 2026 (nomination deadline, projected) | December 2026 (extended, projected)

$5,000 award plus up to $2,500 for travel reimbursement (one-time prize)

Recognizes distinguished work and creativity in synthetic inorganic chemistry.

--- ## Description The F. Albert Cotton Award in Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry, presented by the American Chemical Society, honors outstanding synthetic accomplishments and creativity in the field of inorganic chemistry. Established in 2002 and supported by the F. Albert Cotton Endowment Fund, the award consists of a $5,000 prize, a certificate, and up to $2,500 for travel expenses to attend the ACS meeting where the award is presented. The award celebrates distinguished work that demonstrates imagination and innovation in synthetic inorganic chemistry. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Nomination deadline (anticipated/projected) - December 2026: Nomination deadline (extended, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash prize - Certificate of recognition - Up to $2,500 reimbursed for travel expenses to the award presentation --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals with distinguished accomplishments in synthetic inorganic chemistry. - No restrictions based on race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - The selection committee places special value on creativity and imagination in synthetic inorganic chemistry. - Nominees can be from academia, industry, or other chemistry-related professions, including international candidates. --- ## Application Process - Nominations must be submitted online during the nomination window (anticipated to open mid-year and close in November/December). - Required materials typically include: - A completed nomination form - Curriculum vitae of the nominee - A statement highlighting the nominee’s accomplishments and creativity in synthetic inorganic chemistry - Letters of support/recommendation - Visit the [ACS National Awards nomination page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) for current instructions and forms. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented at an ACS national meeting. - The program is supported by an endowed fund established by F. Albert Cotton. - Creativity and originality in synthetic inorganic chemistry are key selection criteria. - See the [selection committee rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/cotton-rubric.xlsx) for detailed evaluation metrics. --- ## External Links - [Program page and full award details](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/cotton-award-in-synthetic-inorganic-chemistry.html) - [ACS National Awards nomination instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/cotton-award-in-synthetic-inorganic-chemistry/past-recipients.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|-------------------------------------|-------------------|--------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | General ACS Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | | | | [ACS Contact Page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | | | |

F. Albert Cotton Award in Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry - American Chemical Society

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