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Make a nomination now for our 2026 Horizon Prizes, Research & Innovation Prizes, Volunteer Recognition Prizes, and our Inclusion & Diversity Prize.

Nominations will remain open until 5pm (UK time) on 14 January 2026.

We welcome nominators of all roles and career stages. Nominations are completely anonymous; selection panels never find out who nominators are. First-time nominators are encouraged! We've put together some handy guidance for nominators to help you make the most of your nomination.

If you’ve not made a nomination for some time, the prizes will look different to how you remember them. We’ve just published a report, , that details the transformation over the past few years, and highlights many of the new opportunities for recognition that exist.

Find out more about the open categories below, or go to our prizes webpage to browse all the categories and learn more.

Horizon Prizes

Horizon Prizes are for groups, teams and collaborations who are opening up new directions and possibilities in their field through ground-breaking scientific developments.

Inclusion & Diversity Prize

The Inclusion and Diversity Prize celebrates individuals or teams whose innovative approaches have delivered impact in improving the accessibility, inclusivity and diversity of the chemical science community.

Research & Innovation Prizes

Our recognise brilliant chemical scientists carrying out amazing work in academia and industry. They include prizes across different career stages and fields, as well as interdisciplinary prizes and prizes for those in specific roles, like apprentices and technicians.

Volunteer Recognition Prizes

Our members volunteer their time in numerous ways – from serving on our boards and committees to public engagement initiatives. The Volunteer Recognition Prizes celebrate the many ways in which our members form communities and support and inspire others.