Stanley C. Israel Regional Award for Advancing Diversity in the Chemical Sciences
This award honors individuals or institutions for outstanding efforts to advance diversity and inclusiveness in the chemical sciences within their ACS region.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: March 1, 2026 (for meetings prior to June 30) | August 1, 2025 (for meetings July 1–Dec 31)
Funding Amounts: $1,250 grant plus up to $1,500 travel reimbursement (one-time award)
Summary: Recognizes individuals or institutions for advancing diversity and inclusiveness in the chemical sciences within their ACS region.
Key Information: Nominee must belong to the ACS region hosting the selected meeting; international applicants are not eligible.
Description
This regional award honors individuals or institutions who have significantly advanced diversity and inclusiveness in the chemical sciences within their ACS region. The award recognizes those who have created and fostered ongoing programs or activities that increase participation of historically marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, or women in the chemical enterprise. Recipients receive a $1,250 grant to further their diversity-promoting efforts, a medal, and travel reimbursement to attend the ACS regional meeting where the award is presented.
