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

July 2026 (Nominations open) | November 2026 (Nominations close)

$5,000 cash award plus up to $2,500 for travel expenses; presented biennially

Recognizes outstanding creative research in fundamental photochemistry or photophysics involving organic, inorganic, or biological molecules or solids.

--- ## Description The Josef Michl ACS Award in Photochemistry honors individuals who have made significant, creative contributions to the fundamental understanding of photochemistry and/or photophysics. The award is intended to celebrate excellence in both experimental and theoretical research, encompassing work with organic, inorganic, or biological molecules and solids. Established in 2014 and supported by an endowed fund, the award is presented biennially by the American Chemical Society. --- ## Due Dates - **Nomination period opens:** Anticipated July 2026 - **Nomination deadline:** Anticipated November 2026 - **Notification of winners:** Anticipated August 2026 *All dates are projected based on the biennial cycle; check the [program page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/josef-michl-acs-award-in-photochemistry.html) for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Award:** $5,000 cash prize and a certificate - **Travel:** Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the ACS meeting where the award is presented --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals who have accomplished outstanding, creative experimental or theoretical research in fundamental photochemistry and/or photophysics. - Eligible fields include research involving organic, inorganic, or biological molecules or solids. - Nominees can be faculty, industry professionals, or chemistry professionals internationally; ACS membership is not required. - The award is granted regardless of race, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, or educational background. - Previous ACS National Award recipients may be eligible if the nomination is for distinctly different work or if at least five years have elapsed since the last award. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted online during the nomination period (anticipated July–November 2026). - Only one nominator per nomination; nominators do not need to be ACS members. - The nomination package typically includes a nomination letter, curriculum vitae or resume, a list of publications, and up to two supporting letters. - Nominations remain active for three award cycles unless selected. - Full nomination guidelines and submission portal available at the [ACS National Awards Nomination Guidelines](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented biennially in even-numbered years. - Supported by an endowed fund established by Josef Michl. - Past recipients include leading figures in photochemistry and photophysics. - Related ACS awards in chemistry, separations science, and ultrafast science are also available. --- ## External Links - [ACS Award Program Page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/josef-michl-acs-award-in-photochemistry.html) - [Nomination Guidelines & Portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Submit a Nomination](https://www.nominate.acs.org/) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/recipients.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | American Chemical Society
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Josef Michl ACS Award in Photochemistry

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