Awards and Nomination Information
The 2024 Central Regional Awards will be presented at the 2024 CERM in Pittsburgh, PA.
Stanley C. Israel Regional Award for Advancing Diversity in the Chemical Sciences
The purpose of this award is to recognize individuals and/or institutions who have advanced diversity in the chemical sciences and significantly stimulated or fostered activities that promote inclusiveness within the region. A medal and a $1000 grant is awarded. Nomination packets are due by August 1, 2024.
E. Ann Nalley CERM Region Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society
The purpose of this award is to recognize the volunteer efforts of individuals who have served the American Chemical Society, contributing significantly to the goals and objectives of the Society through their Regional Activities. A plaque is awarded. Nomination packets are due by August 1, 2024.
DivCHED High School Teaching Award
The purpose of this award is to recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding teachers of high school chemistry in the Central Region. A cash award, travel expenses to the meeting, and a plaque are awarded. Nomination packets are due by August 1, 2024.
Pittsburgh Section of the ACS Annual Awards
The Pittsburgh Award and the Distinguished Service Award are both given annually by the Pittsburgh Section of the ACS. These awards will be presented at CERM 2024. The Pittsburgh Award was established in 1932 to recognize outstanding leadership in chemical affairs in the local and larger professional community. The Distinguished Service Award was established in 2007 to recognize outstanding volunteer service to the Pittsburgh Section. Nomination packets are due by August 1, 2024.