Frank H. Field and Joe L. Franklin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mass Spectrometry
Forecasted
Frank H. Field and Joe L. Franklin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mass Spectrometry honors researchers and professionals for completed advances in mass spectrometry techniques, processes, or applications.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate, plus up to $2,500 in travel-expense reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes outstanding achievement in the development or application of mass spectrometry.
Key Information: This is an achievement award rather than funding for proposed research; ACS reports a current lack of funding.
Description
Administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS), this National Award recognizes outstanding achievement in the development or application of mass spectrometry. Associated with analytical chemistry, it honors contributions to both the foundations of mass spectrometry and its practical applications. It recognizes completed achievements rather than supporting proposed research projects, with recipient categories including faculty, industry professionals, chemistry professionals, and international nominees.
The award’s focus alternates by year: odd-numbered years recognize advances in techniques or fundamental processes, while even-numbered years recognize the development of applications. Established by Extranuclear Laboratories in 1983, the award has a history of sponsorship by ACS and organizations connected with the field.
