Ronald Breslow Award for Achievement in Biomimetic Chemistry
Ronald Breslow Award for Achievement in Biomimetic Chemistry recognizes individuals’ outstanding scientific contributions, rather than funding new projects, to honor advancement and innovation in the field.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: August 5, 2026 (2028 nominations open) | December 5, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000, a certificate, and up to $2,500 in presentation-meeting travel reimbursement
Summary: Recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to biomimetic chemistry through an ACS National Award.
Key Information: This is an achievement award, not funding for a defined research project; ACS membership is not required.
Description
The American Chemical Society (ACS) administers this award within its National Awards program in the biosciences category. It honors outstanding contributions specifically to biomimetic chemistry, rather than supporting a proposed research project. Recipients may include faculty, industry professionals, and other chemistry professionals internationally. Special consideration is given to individuals who remain scientifically active.
The recognition includes a cash award, a certificate, and reimbursement for travel to the meeting where the award is presented. An endowed fund established by Ronald Breslow’s friends and colleagues supports the award. Selection emphasizes advancement of the scientific field, innovation, benefit to society, and service to the scientific community and ACS goals.
