James T. Grady-James H. Stack Award for Interpreting Chemistry for the Public

Nomination Period Extended: Due to the impacts of the federal government shutdown on many of our members, we have extended the nomination period for the 2027 National Awards until December 15 at 11.59 PM ET.

Purpose

To recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding reporting directly to the public which materially increases the public's knowledge and understanding of chemistry, chemical engineering, and related fields.

Description

The award consists of $5,000, 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 during the award address.

Eligibility

A nominee must have made noteworthy presentations through a medium of public communication to increase the American public's understanding of chemistry and chemical progress. This information can have been disseminated through the press, radio, television, films, online media, lecture platforms, or books for the lay public. The award will be granted regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, and educational background.

Deadline

November 1 (Annual Review) - Extended to December 15, 2025.

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.

Selection Committee Rubric for the James T. Grady-James H. Stack Award for Interpreting Chemistry for the Public (XLSX, 13 KB)

Sponsor

Sponsored by the American Chemical Society

History

The award was established in 1955 as the James T. Grady Award and is supported by the ACS. James H. Stack was added to the award name in 1984.