Funding & Awards

ChemLuminary Awards

Award at a Glance

TypeAward

Recipient International, Volunteer

Category Community Recognition, Public Service & Outreach

AmountNo cash award available

DeadlineFebruary 15, 2023

Contactchemluminary@acs.org

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Celebrate ACS Volunteers – Sustained Excellence!

The 24th Annual ChemLuminary Awards ceremony will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Grand Ballroom A-F, Tuesday, August 23 at 8 pm CT. The event will begin with a poster session and reception, followed by the presentation of awards at 9:00 pm, and a dance celebration at 10:00 pm.

Amber Hinkle, recipient of the 2022 Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society will deliver the keynote address. This year's theme, “ACS Volunteers – Sustained Excellence,” honors the work of our volunteers to continue to improve all people’s lives through the transforming power of chemistry. This event is open to all ACS Fall 2022 registrants.

Purpose

To recognize ACS Local Sections, Technical Divisions, Regional Meetings, and International Chemical Sciences Chapters for their work in promoting chemistry.

Description

Deadline

The nomination period is November 1 to February 15.

How to Nominate

All ChemLuminary Awards nominations should be submitted by Local Section, Division and International Chemical Sciences Chapter officers via the Annual Report. Please contact the officers of your group to inquire about submitting a nomination.

Past Winners

Contact Information

chemluminary@acs.org
(202) 872-4575

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