Provided by AOCS (American Oil Chemists' Society)
Recognizes a young scientist who has made a significant research contribution in areas represented by AOCS Divisions. Recipient receives a plaque, a US $1,000 honorarium, up to a US $1,500 travel allowance, and the opportunity to present an award lecture at the AOCS Annual Meeting. Nominations require letters of support, a CV, and date of birth; submissions are made via the AOCS Awards Portal.
Award amount
$1,000
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
Not required
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Younger than 36 years old as of June 1 of the year of presentation
Or received highest degree within the previous ten years as of June 1 of the year of presentation
Significant contribution in basic or applied research
Research must have a significant effect on advances in the discipline or hold substantial promise for near-future impact
AOCS membership is not required
Preference given to AOCS members and volunteers
Letter of nomination describing the candidate’s research and service
At least three letters of support
Curriculum Vitae including a full list of publications and patents
Date of birth must be provided on the nomination form
Nominations submitted via the Awards Portal (login required)
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