Women Chemists Committee/Eli Lilly Travel Award
Award at a Glance
Purpose
The ACS Women Chemists Committee (WCC) and Eli Lilly and Company sponsor a program to provide funding for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral chemists to travel to meetings to present the results of their research. Through this program, WCC and Eli Lilly and Company continue to increase the participation of individuals in the chemical sciences.
Description
Awards are made on the basis of scientific merit and financial need. Funds may be applied only for registration, travel, and accommodations, and are restricted to travel to ACS Spring/Fall meetings. Grant funds are limited, but there are some funds designated for undergraduates.
In addition to financial support, the award provides networking opportunities for recipients who attend an ACS Spring or Fall Meeting. The WCC hosts a poster session for awardees at each meeting. In addition, awardees are invited to the WCC Luncheon where they receive recognition. The luncheon also provides a valuable networking opportunity as awardees sit at the head tables along with ACS governance and WCC members.
Eligibility
Applications should be limited to one per research group. Awards will be given with preference to the following order:
- Any applicant who will be making their first presentation (regardless of format) at an ACS Spring or Fall meeting.
- Graduate or postdoctoral applicants who have not presented at a national or major meeting since completing their undergraduate degree.
Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible. Those who have received a prior award under this program are ineligible.
The WCC Awards Team reviews applications and selects awardees.
Deadline
The deadlines for receipt of applications are:
- December 15, 2025 for the ACS 2026 Spring Meeting
- June 1, 2026 for the ACS 2026 Fall Meeting
Application Requirements
In the online application process, the applicant will be required to provide/upload the following:
- A resume or C.V. (include permanent address).
- A copy of their abstract submission which should include the abstract title, author(s), and text (The abstract submission confirmation will be required when funds are awarded).
- A letter detailing the reasons why the individual wants this award (both scientific and financial) and specifying whether they have made a previous presentation at a national or major meeting.
- A letter from the applicant's advisor confirming their participation in the meeting at which they will be making a presentation, commenting on their technical ability and potential, and listing any other travel support that would be available from the department or research grants.
Sponsor
ACS Women Chemists Committee (WCC) and Eli Lilly and Company
Contact Information
American Chemical Society
ACS Women Chemists Committee – Hach, 419
1155 16th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
Email: wcc@acs.org
A hardcopy of the application form may also be requested.
