Herbert C. Brown Award for Creative Research in Synthetic Methods
Herbert C. Brown Award for Creative Research in Synthetic Methods supports researchers by honoring creative work that discovers and develops novel, useful chemical synthesis methods in any area of chemistry.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (Nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 award plus up to $2,500 in travel reimbursement, a medallion, and a certificate
Summary: Recognizes outstanding and creative research that discovers and develops novel, useful methods for chemical synthesis in any area of chemistry.
Key Information: ACS membership is not required for nominees or nominators.
Description
The Herbert C. Brown Award for Creative Research in Synthetic Methods is administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) as part of its National Awards program. It recognizes and encourages outstanding, creative contributions to synthetic methodology, particularly the discovery and development of novel and useful methods for chemical synthesis. The work recognized may relate to any area of chemistry.
This is an achievement award for research accomplishments, with recipients including industry researchers, faculty, chemistry professionals, and international researchers. Selection emphasizes scientific impact, innovation, and benefit to society, alongside alignment with the award’s purpose and service to the scientific community. The award is supported by an endowed fund established by the Purdue Borane Research Fund and others.
