Women Chemists Committee/Lilly Emerging Talent Award
The Women Chemists Committee/Lilly Emerging Talent Award from the American Chemical Society supports early-career chemists in presenting their research at ACS national meetings.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: December 15, 2026 (ACS Spring 2027) | June 1, 2027 (ACS Fall 2027)
Funding Amounts: Variable; covers registration, travel, and accommodation for ACS national meetings.
Summary: Supports undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral chemists with travel funding and networking opportunities to present research at ACS Spring or Fall meetings.
Key Information: Limited to U.S. citizens/permanent residents; one application per research group; preference for first-time presenters.
Description
The Women Chemists Committee/Lilly Emerging Talent Award, sponsored by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and Eli Lilly and Company, provides financial support to undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral chemists to present their research at ACS Spring or Fall national meetings. The award covers travel, registration, and accommodation expenses, and recipients gain access to dedicated networking events, including a poster session and recognition at the WCC Luncheon alongside ACS leadership. The program aims to increase participation and visibility of emerging talent, particularly women, in the chemical sciences.
