Funding & Awards

Francis P. Garvan-John M. Olin Medal

Award at a Glance

TypeAward
Recipient Industry, Faculty, Chemistry Professional, International
Category National Awards,  Diversity
Amount$15,000 + Expenses
DeadlineNovember 1, 2024
Contactawards@acs.org

Purpose

To recognize distinguished service to chemistry by women chemists.

Description

The award consists of $15,000, a medallion with a presentation box, and a certificate. Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the meeting at which the award will be presented will be reimbursed. The medallion will be presented at the WCC luncheon held at the ACS Spring Meeting.

Eligibility

A nominee must be a citizen of the United States and have performed distinguished service to chemistry. The award will be granted regardless of race, age, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, and educational background.

Deadline

November 1 (Annual Review)

How to Apply

The nomination period is open from July 1 to November 1 annually. Learn more about submitting a nomination for the ACS National Awards.

Sponsor

Supported by an Endowed Fund Established by Francis P. Garvan and the Olin Corporation Charitable Trust

History

The award was established in 1936 through a donation from Francis P. Garvan and was sponsored by W. R. Grace and Co. from 1979 to 1983. The Olin Corporation provided additional funding for the award in 1984.

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2024 Garvan-Olin Medal Recipient Donna M. Huryn
2024 Recipient Donna M. Huryn (Second Left) is Presented with Her Award by Mary K. Carroll, ACS President (First Left), and Sponsor Representatives Lorena Tribe (First Right) and Jeanette M. Van Emon (Second Right)
Photo by EPNAC.com
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