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

November 2026 (Nomination submission deadline)

$5,000 award plus up to $1,500 for travel expenses; certificate included.

Honors exceptional interdisciplinary research in chemistry and physics through a biennial award.

--- ## Description The Irving Langmuir Award in Chemical Physics recognizes and encourages outstanding interdisciplinary research in chemistry and physics, reflecting the legacy of Irving Langmuir. This biennial award is presented in even-numbered years by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and in odd-numbered years by the American Physical Society. Recipients receive a $5,000 honorarium, a certificate, and up to $1,500 to cover travel expenses for attending the award presentation. The award celebrates significant achievements in chemical physics or physical chemistry and has a distinguished history since its establishment in 1964. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (anticipated/projected): Nomination submission deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash prize - Up to $1,500 for travel expenses to the award presentation - Award certificate --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must have made an outstanding contribution to chemical physics or physical chemistry within the 10 years preceding the nomination. - The award is open to individuals regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - No individual may receive the Irving Langmuir Award more than once. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are typically submitted online via the ACS National Awards portal. - Required materials generally include a nomination letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications, and supporting letters. - The nomination period is expected to open mid-year and close in November of the award year. - For detailed instructions and rubric, see the [ACS National Awards nomination page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The award presentation alternates annually between the American Chemical Society and the American Physical Society. - Sponsored by The Journal of Chemical Physics and the ACS Division of Physical Chemistry. - [Past recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/irving-langmuir-award-in-chemical-physics/past-recipients.html) highlight the award’s prestige in the field. --- ## External Links - [Award Program Page (ACS)](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/irving-langmuir-award-in-chemical-physics.html) - [ACS National Awards Nomination Information](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Selection Rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/langmuir-rubric.xlsx) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |--------------------------|------------------------------------|------------------|------------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards Team | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | | ACS General Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | [Contact Form](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) |

Irving Langmuir Award in Chemical Physics - American Chemical Society

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