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

November 1, 2024 | November 1, 2026

$20,000 prize, medallion, certificate, and up to $2,500 for travel expenses (biennial award)

Recognizes outstanding scientific contributions to flavor chemistry, with a focus on aroma, through a biennial award.

--- ## Description This award honors a scientist who has made significant, original contributions to the advancement of flavor chemistry, particularly in the area of aroma. The recognition highlights achievements such as the identification of compounds affecting flavor perception, research on aroma-flavor mechanisms, the formation and stability of flavor compounds, and innovation in analytical techniques. The award is presented biennially by the American Chemical Society and includes a $20,000 prize, a medallion, a certificate, and reimbursement for travel expenses to the award ceremony. --- ## Due Dates - November 1, 2024: Nomination deadline - November 1, 2026: Next nomination deadline (award presented biennially in even-numbered years) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - $20,000 cash prize - Medallion and certificate - Up to $2,500 reimbursed for travel expenses to the award presentation --- ## Eligibility - Nominee must have made significant contributions to the advancement of flavor chemistry, especially aroma aspects. - Achievements may include: - Identification of compounds impacting flavor perception - Research on aroma-flavor release mechanisms - Generation, formation, and stability of flavor compounds - Development of analytical techniques or instrumentation for flavor study - Nominees must demonstrate independence of thought and originality. - Open to chemists from industry, academia, or government worldwide. - Nominees are evaluated based on technical publications, patents, prior awards, professional society involvement, and invited lectures. - No ACS membership requirement; nominations are encouraged from all sectors. - Award is granted in accordance with ACS criteria regarding diversity and inclusion. --- ## Application Process - Nominations open annually from July 1 to November 1. - Required materials typically include: - Nomination letter - Curriculum vitae or résumé - Supporting documentation (e.g., publications, patents, evidence of contributions) - Letters of support (as specified in ACS National Awards instructions) - Nominations are submitted via the [ACS National Awards nominations portal](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html). - Review the [selection committee rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/parliment-rubric.xlsx) for evaluation criteria. --- ## Additional Information - The award was established in 2024 and is supported by an endowed fund from Thomas H. Parliment. - The first award will be presented in 2026. - The program encourages nominations from a broad range of professional backgrounds and geographic regions. --- ## External Links - [Program page: Thomas H. Parliment Award for Advances in Flavor Chemistry](https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding/awards/thomas-h-parliment-award-for-advances-in-flavor-chemistry.html) - [ACS National Awards nominations instructions](https://www.acs.org/funding/awards/national/nominations.html) - [Selection Committee Rubric (XLSX)](https://www.acs.org/content/dam/acsorg/funding/awards/national/national-award-rubrics/parliment-rubric.xlsx) --- ## 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 | | ACS General Inquiries | [help@services.acs.org](mailto:help@services.acs.org) | | | | Contact Form | [ACS Contact Page](https://www.acs.org/contact.html) | | |

Thomas H. Parliment Award for Advances in Flavor Chemistry - American Chemical Society

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