Francis P. Garvan-John M. Olin Medal Grant

Francis P. Garvan-John M. Olin Medal Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Chemical Society
Amount: Up to US $17,500
Last Updated: June 21, 2025

Summary

The Francis P. Garvan-John M. Olin Medal, established in 1936, honors women chemists for their distinguished service to the field. Sponsored by the American Chemical Society, this prestigious award includes a $15,000 cash prize, a medallion, and a certificate. Recipients are also reimbursed up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the awards presentation at the ACS Spring Meeting, celebrating the contributions of women to chemistry.

Overview

History The award was established in 1936 through a donation from Francis P. Garvan and was sponsored by W. R. Grace and Co. from 1979 to 1983. The Olin Corporation provided additional funding for the award in 1984. Purpose To recognize distinguished service to chemistry by women chemists. Description The award consists of $15,000, 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 at the WCC luncheon held at the ACS Spring Meeting.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Industry, Faculty, Chemistry Professional, InternationalA nominee must be a citizen of the United States and have performed distinguished service to chemistry. The award will be granted regardless of race, age, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, and educational background.