Peter Debye Award in Physical Chemistry
Peter Debye Award in Physical Chemistry supports researchers by rewarding outstanding experimental or theoretical achievements that advance physical chemistry, while recognizing mentoring and collegial contributions.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (Nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline, 2028 awards)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 and a certificate, plus up to $2,500 in travel reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes outstanding experimental or theoretical research in physical chemistry, with consideration of mentoring and collegial contributions.
Key Information: ACS membership is not required for nominees, nominators, or supporters.
Description
The Peter Debye Award in Physical Chemistry is administered by the American Chemical Society (ACS) as part of its National Awards program. It encourages and rewards outstanding research in physical chemistry, recognizing both experimental and theoretical contributions. The award honors research accomplishments rather than funding a proposed research project.
The award also recognizes that research has an impact through its extension by others. Selection therefore includes consideration of the nominee’s success as a mentor and colleague alongside the research itself. Established in 1960, the award has been supported since 2023 by an endowed fund established through donations by the ACS Division of Physical Chemistry.
