Office of Research
Robert A. Welch Award in Chemistry 2022
Note: This isn’t a limited submission and is being announced as a courtesy only
The purpose of The Robert A. Welch Award in Chemistry is to foster and encourage basic chemical research and to recognize, in a substantial manner, the value of chemical research contributions for the benefit of humankind as set forth in the will of Robert Alonzo Welch. The founder was interested in chemistry and in its service to both the betterment and the understanding of human life. We also believe this award plays an important role in aiding and strengthening the other programs of the Foundation.
In accordance with these principles, the award committee will consider any person who has made important chemical research contributions that have had a significant, positive influence on humankind. We intend that the award recognizes the contributions of an individual who has not previously been recognized in a similar manner.
Application Instructions
Any person can submit a nomination for consideration, but no self-nominations are allowed. All nominations must be submitted using the proposalCentral application portal. Detailed instructions and procedures are available at the link below. The nomination must include (a) a detailed description of the research areas in chemistry on which the nomination is based, (b) a brief biographical sketch of the proposed nominee, (c) a list of 25 of the nominee's most important scientific publications, and (d) not more than three seconding nomination letters.
Nominations must be received by the last business day of January each year and will remain eligible for five years without revision.
Inquiries and Contact Information
Investigators who identify a grant, award or fellowship program that restricts the number of applications that can be submitted from an Institution should immediately contact their Chairperson, Associate Dean for Research (or Dean, if no ADR) and the Office of Research (see below) if they intend to prepare a response. Failure to do so, or to meet the deadlines for submission of pre-proposal, will preclude submission of the application through the Office of Sponsored Programs.
For general inquiries, or to request a listing of a limited submission opportunity that should be but is not already listed, please email us at limitedsubs@uw.edu.