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

November 2026 (Full application deadline)

$5,000 one-time fellowship; two awards annually; funds may be used for any graduate school purpose.

Supports full-time graduate students conducting innovative research in green chemistry or engineering.

Forecasted deadline—dates are projected; check the program page for updates.

--- ## Description This fellowship, established in honor of Dr. Heh-Won Chang, provides financial support to full-time graduate students (U.S. or international) who are conducting research in green chemistry or engineering. The award recognizes research that advances greener synthetic pathways, reaction conditions, or the design of safer, more sustainable chemicals. Selection is based on scientific merit, innovation, and the potential environmental and human health benefits of the research, as judged by an independent panel. Fellowship recipients receive a one-time, non-renewable $5,000 payment, which can be used for any graduate school-related purpose, such as conference travel, professional development, or living expenses. Winners are expected to present their research at the annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference and submit a brief report summarizing their conference experience. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated full application deadline for the Heh-Won Chang, PhD Fellowship in Green Chemistry) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 one-time, non-renewable fellowship - Two fellowships awarded annually - Funds may be used for any purpose during graduate study (conference travel, professional development, living expenses, etc.) --- ## Eligibility - Open to full-time graduate students (U.S. or international). - Applicants must be conducting research in green chemistry or engineering. - Must have at least one full year of study remaining in their graduate program at the time of the award (e.g., applicants for the 2026 fellowship should plan to continue research through at least the end of the 2026–27 academic year). - Applicants may not apply for multiple ACS Green Chemistry awards in the same year. ### Research Focus Areas Applicants' research must address at least one of the following: - Greener synthetic pathways (e.g., renewable feedstocks, novel catalysts, mass/energy efficiency) - Greener reaction conditions (e.g., safer solvents, energy efficiency, pollution prevention) - Design of greener chemicals (e.g., reduced hazard, inherent safety, recyclability, biodegradability) --- ## Application Process - Applications open: typically September 1 (check program page for confirmation). - Apply through the [ACS Green Chemistry Institute application portal](https://gci.acs.org/). - Applicants must have or create a free ACS ID to submit. - Only one application per person per year is allowed. ### Required Materials - Applicant and faculty advisor contact information - Academic and degree information - Description of research (up to 5 pages), including title, abstract, and relevance to green chemistry focus areas - Curriculum vitae or résumé (max 2 pages) - Letter of nomination from faculty advisor, supervisor, or department chair (max 2 pages) - Brief statement of financial need for travel support (from advisor, max 1 page) ### Additional Requirements - Fellowship winners must present their research at the annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference. - Winners must submit a brief report on their conference experience after attending. --- ## Additional Information - Judging is conducted by an independent panel of experts from academia, industry, government, and environmental sectors. - Notification of award acceptance is typically made by late January following the application deadline. - Award funds are transferred via direct deposit upon acceptance and submission of required paperwork. - Applicants are advised to review all eligibility and application requirements on the [program page](https://www.acs.org/funding/scholarships-fellowships/heh-won-chang-fellowship-in-green-chemistry.html). --- ## External Links - [Fellowship Program Page](https://www.acs.org/funding/scholarships-fellowships/heh-won-chang-fellowship-in-green-chemistry.html) - [ACS Green Chemistry Institute Application Portal](https://gci.acs.org/) - [Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference](https://www.gcande.org/) - [ACS Green Chemistry Institute](https://www.acs.org/greenchemistry/about.html) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/scholarships-fellowships/heh-won-chang-fellowship-in-green-chemistry/past-recipients.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|---------------------------------------|------------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | ACS Green Chemistry Institute | [GCIAwards@acs.org](mailto:GCIAwards@acs.org) | +1 202-872-6102 | 1155 Sixteenth St, NW, Washington, DC, 20036, USA | | ACS General Support | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | |

Heh-Won Chang, PhD Fellowship in Green Chemistry

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