Awards and Recipients

Honoring the scientists, educators, and students whose achievements advance the chemical sciences and inspire future generations 

Featured Awards

Patterson Crane Award

Recognizing outstanding contributions to chemical information, documentation, and scientific communication.

Chemistry Olympiad

Encouraging excellence in chemistry through local and national academic competitions for high-achieving high school students.

Columbus Section Award

Honoring an ACS member whose career achievements have advanced chemistry and served Central Ohio.

High School Teacher of the Year Award

Celebrating innovative chemistry educators who inspire excellence in science teaching and learning.

Science Day Award

Supporting outstanding student researchers through recognition at Ohio’s annual science competition.

Outstanding Student Award

Recognizing exceptional chemistry majors nominated by colleges and universities across Central Ohio.

ACS Columbus Local Section

Advancing chemistry, education, and community engagement throughout Central Ohio.

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