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Robert Robinson Award


The Robert Robinson Award is for contributions to organic chemistry from a researcher over the age of 55.


2011 Winner

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Robert Robinson Award 2011 Winner

Lewis N Mander, The Australian National University


Rules and Criteria


  • Run annually
  • Candidate will be assessed on their work published after their 55th birthday. The age specified is intended to guide nominators and selection panelists; appropriate consideration will be given to those who have taken career breaks or followed different study paths.
  • One page CV for the candidate which should include their date of birth, website URL, summary of education and career, a list of 5 relevant publications, total numbers of publications and patents
  • A one page supporting statement addressing the selection criteria, which can be viewed through the link on this page
  • Candidates are NOT permitted to nominate themselves
  • Nominations open 1 September 2011
  • Nominations close 15 January 2012 
  • Award winner will be chosen by the Organic Division Awards Committee
  • Award winner receives £2000, a medal and a certificate        

Previous Winners

Previous winners

A list of previous recipients of the Robert Robinson Award, previously called the Robert Robinson Lectureship.

Make a Nomination

Information for Nominators of Awards

Includes nomination requirements, selection procedure and timeframe information on making a nomination for an RSC Award

Selection Criteria for RSC Awards

Selection criteria to be addressed in the supporting statement