Eligibility guidelines now clarify that postdoctoral nominees must meet standard ACS/NSF/NIH definitions for mentored advanced training. Additionally, the March 2, 2026 opening date for the nomination period has been added to the main timeline.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: March 2, 2026 (Nomination period opens) | May 31, 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: No monetary award; formal recognition and certificate.
Summary: Honors graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in the chemical sciences for exemplary leadership in mentoring, inclusion, safety, outreach, or advocacy.
Key Information: Recognition is by departmental nomination only; self-nominations are not accepted.