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The IUPAC-Soong Prize for Sustainable Chemistry is a high-profile prize awarded annually to an outstanding scientist for a breakthrough or conceptual advance, highlighting the discovery rather than the laureate’s luminous career.

There are no restrictions on the candidate’s background, affiliation, identity, and opinions. The Prize laureate will receive a certificate, a medal, a monetary award of $30,000 (USD), and travel expenses to reach the prize ceremony. In addition to the prize ceremony, the awardee will be invited to present a lecture at the National Taiwan University within two years of receiving the award. Self-nomination is not allowed.

Nominations are invited via the following NOMINATION FORM — deadline 17 February 2025.

> See detailed regulations (pdf) | First Call for Nominations (posted 8 Jan 2025)

For further information, contact Prof. Ehud Keinan, IUPAC President at <ekeinan@iupac.org>

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related release announcing the endowment, posted 29 Oct 2024