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

November 2026 (nomination deadline) | December 2026 (anticipated extended deadline)

$5,000 prize, medallion, certificate, and up to $2,500 for travel expenses (one-time award)

Recognizes significant work applying chemical and spectroscopic methods to important biological phenomena, emphasizing interdisciplinary science.

--- ## Description The Nakanishi Prize, administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) in alternate years, is awarded to honor and stimulate outstanding work that extends chemical and spectroscopic techniques to the study of important biological phenomena. Established in 1995, the prize celebrates collaborative and interdisciplinary science, especially contributions with broad international impact. The recipient receives a $5,000 honorarium, a medallion, a certificate, and up to $2,500 in travel reimbursement to attend the award ceremony. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (nomination deadline, anticipated) - December 2026 (anticipated extended deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 cash prize - Medallion and certificate - Up to $2,500 reimbursed for travel expenses to the award ceremony - One-time award (not renewable) --- ## Eligibility - Open to individuals regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability status, or educational background. - Recognizes outstanding scientific achievement in applying chemical and spectroscopic methods to biological phenomena. - Special consideration for work with broad international impact. - Nominees do not need to be ACS members or U.S. citizens. - Nominations may be submitted by anyone (see application process for details). --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted online via the ACS National Awards portal. - Required materials typically include a nomination letter, curriculum vitae, and supporting documentation as specified on the [ACS National Awards nominations page](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). - The nomination window is anticipated to open in summer and close in November 2026, with a possible extended deadline in December 2026. --- ## Additional Information - The Nakanishi Prize is awarded by ACS in odd-numbered years and by the Chemical Society of Japan in even-numbered years, with separate endowments. - The award ceremony is held at an ACS national meeting. - Past recipients and additional details can be found on the [Nakanishi Prize page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/nakanishi-prize.html). --- ## External Links - [Nakanishi Prize Program Page](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/nakanishi-prize.html) - [ACS National Awards Nominations](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Past Recipients](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/nakanishi-prize/past-recipients.html) - [American Chemical Society Funding & Awards](https://www.acs.org/funding.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Address | |------------------------|---------------------------------|------------------|----------------------------------------------| | ACS National Awards | [awards@acs.org](mailto:awards@acs.org) | +1 800-227-5558 | 1155 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA | ---

Nakanishi Prize - American Chemical Society

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