Women Chemists Committee/Lilly Emerging Talent Award - American Chemical Society
This award funds early-career chemists to present their research at ACS meetings, offering financial support and exclusive networking opportunities to foster professional growth.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates: December 15, 2025 (ACS 2026 Spring Meeting) | June 1, 2026 (ACS 2026 Fall Meeting)
Funding Amounts: Variable; covers registration, travel, and accommodations for ACS Spring or Fall Meetings
Summary: Supports undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral chemists to present research at ACS meetings, with additional networking and recognition opportunities.
Key Information: Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents eligible; prior recipients ineligible.
Description
This award, sponsored by the ACS Women Chemists Committee (WCC) and Eli Lilly and Company, provides financial support for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral chemists to travel to ACS Spring or Fall meetings to present their research. Recipients are selected based on scientific merit and financial need. In addition to funding, awardees gain access to exclusive networking events such as a poster session and the WCC Luncheon, where they are recognized and can connect with ACS leadership and WCC members.
