James Flack Norris Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Teaching of Chemistry
Funding Amount
$3,000
Deadline
April 15, 2026
7 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
James Flack Norris Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Teaching of Chemistry
Award Type: Recognition and honorarium for outstanding chemistry teachers
Amount: $3,000 honorarium plus certificate
Geographic Scope: International nominations accepted; presented by Northeastern Section of the American Chemical Society
Focus Areas:
History: Established in 1950 by NESACS to honor the memory of James Flack Norris (1871-1940), professor of chemistry at Simmons College and M.I.T., chair of NESACS in 1904, and ACS President in 1925-26. First award presented in 1951.
Eligibility:
Presentation: Ceremony and dinner in November; includes formal address by awardee
Contact: Dr. Christine Caputo, Chair of Norris Award Committee, christine.caputo@unh.edu
Contact Address: NESACS, PO Box 172, Arlington, MA 02476, Ph: (781) 272-1966, admin@nesacs.org
How to Apply
Application Process
Deadline: April 15 (annual)
Submission Format: Electronic submission in Adobe PDF format
Submission Email: secretary@nesacs.org (Ms. Anna Singer, NESACS Administrative Secretary)
Required Materials:
1. Primary nomination letter (focus on candidate's contributions to and effectiveness in teaching chemistry)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Supporting/seconding letters (optional but encouraged) - should show impact of nominee's teaching on colleagues and students, influence on chemical education activities
Page Limit: Maximum 30 pages for individual nominations
What NOT to Include: Reprints or other publications should NOT be included
Selection Criteria:
Notification: Applicants will be notified of results by email, with written confirmation to follow
Questions: Contact Chair of the Norris Award Committee, Dr. Christine Caputo, christine.caputo@unh.edu
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