The Supelco AOCS Research Award recognizes outstanding, original research in fats, oils, lipid chemistry or biochemistry. Sponsored by MilliporeSigma.
What does the recipient receive?
- Plaque
- US $10,000 honorarium
- Up to a US $1,500 travel allowance
- Opportunity to present an award lecture at the AOCS Annual Meeting
Who is eligible?
- Candidates who have:
- outstanding original research on fats, oils, lipid chemistry, or biochemistry published in highly-cited journals, books, papers, etc.
- not received the Alton E. Bailey Award or Stephen S. Chang Award in the past three years
- Preference is given to individuals who are actively associated with research and have made influential discoveries in their respective fields
How do I nominate someone?
Login to the Awards Portal to submit the following nomination materials and answer two questions about the nominee by August 19.
- Letter of nomination describing the candidate’s research and service in the fields of fats, oils and related materials
- At least three letters of support from individuals familiar with the candidate’s accomplishments
- Curriculum Vitae which includes a full list of publications and patents
