Industrially-Sponsored Awards

Through these awards, the RSC bestows the highest accolade on members of the chemical science community.

For this latest cycle, the scheme has been extended very considerably, with the number of awards on offer increased by 30 per cent on previous years. Many on cutting edge areas of chemistry are now recognised, including advances on biomembrane chemistry, chemical biology, green chemistry, nanotechnology, fuel cell science, nucleic acids chemistry and sensors. The RSC is indebted to the continuing support of existing industrial sponsors and to the many new sponsors that have come forward so generously.

There are 48 awards in the new cycle. From now on, most awards will be offered every three years, although some will be awarded biennially. Each award is made to those of British nationality, including Commonwealth citizens, or those normally domiciled in the British Isles, and is not limited to members of the RSC. Each award consists of a silver medallion and a prize of £500.

For each award, equal consideration will be given to those candidates who have made fundamental contributions to their subject as well as to those whose work has been directed to its application. Account will also be taken of significant contributions in applied science not reflected in publications. The subject are interpreted in the broadest manner to ensure that no worthy candidate is excluded. 

Please note that the closing date for nominations for the awards is 31 January. 

For further information please contact the Awards and International Affairs Manager.