Research grant
ACS Petroleum Research Fund Undergraduate Research Grants — Fall 2026
American Chemical Society
- Up to $70,000
- Mid-career researcher · Established researcher
- United States
- Institution applies
About
Funding for established research programmes involving undergraduates in fundamental petroleum- or fossil-fuel-related science. Applications are open for the May 2027 committee meeting until 9 October 2026 at 17:00 US Eastern.
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Eligibility
Covers: USD 70,000 over three years; at least 40% supports student education and training. Undergraduate participation is required. No indirect costs.
Available in countries where ACS PRF can administer grants, including the US. The source does not enumerate all eligible countries; host eligibility must be checked with ACS.
Regular faculty in non-doctoral departments at eligible nonprofit institutions, with institutional PI certification and authority to supervise undergraduates. Appointment must cover the award. One eligible co-PI is permitted; applicants cannot hold another active PRF research grant.
Source: acs.org