Prize winners
We are recognising individuals, collaborations and teams for their exceptional achievements in advancing the chemical sciences.


David Scanlon
University of Birmingham, UK
For contributions to materials modelling of conducting oxides.

Professor Andrew Goodwin
University of Oxford, UK
For studies of structural complexity in framework materials.

Chad Mirkin
Northwestern University, USA
For contributions to supramolecular chemistry and nanoscience, in particular the invention and development of methods for nanolithography, high-are...

Professor Vijay Chudasama
University College London, UK
For the development of reagents and strategies for site-selective protein modification to enable targeted therapy, imaging and diagnostics.

Professor Stephen Thomas
University of Edinburgh, UK
For the development and creative applications of novel methods to enable catalysis, using organometallic-free activation of first-row transition me...

Paolo Melchiorre
University of Bologna, Italy
For the development of asymmetric photocatalytic methodologies based on excited state intermediates.

Dr Stephen Dalby
Merck & Co.
For process innovation in novel drug development, transforming manufacturing route designs with improved sustainability.

Manfred Scheer
University of Regensburg, Germany
For pioneering research on main group and organometallic chemistry.

Professor Jonathan Reid
University of Bristol, UK
For pioneering studies of the chemical and physical properties of micron-scale aerosol particles, and their impact in atmospheric, health, analytic...

Jonathan Steed
Durham University, UK
For work in the understanding, control and application of the assembly of molecular materials in the crystal and gel state.

Charlotte Williams
University of Oxford, UK
For contributions to sustainable polymer chemistry.

Joshua Piggott
St Nicholas' C of E First School
For dedication, enthusiasm and effectiveness in the delivery of quality-first science pedagogy for children aged 4–9, while breaking down the stere...

Nicky Waller
Centre for Industry Education Collaboration, University of York
For sustained contributions to the professional development of primary teachers in the teaching of science.

Dr Emma Owens
Horizon Community College, UK
For demonstrating outstanding skills and knowledge in curriculum design, practical chemistry and contextualisation.

Robert Worley
CLEAPSS
For significant and sustained contributions to the development and promotion of safe practical resources for teachers worldwide, especially in the...

Dr Julia Sarju
University of York, UK
For making a difference to the lives of students through outstanding and innovative teaching, direct interventions and best practice around disabil...

Professor Bhavik Patel
University of Brighton
For the design of innovative and effective analytical chemistry curriculums.

Professor Michael Seery
The Open University
For sustained and substantial scholarship in approaches to teaching and learning chemistry, and for providing leadership and support to others carr...

Stalham Infant and Junior Schools
For the development of an engaging curriculum and teaching strategies, promoting a love of science and effective science learning amongst children,...

Pilgrim School Science Department
For planning and facilitating a move from theoretical to hands-on practical science, for a broad age range of students with special educational med...