Water Science Award
Recognising early career researchers engaged in projects on water cycle management and the impact on the environment.
Details
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| Nominee eligibility | Interest group members |
| Nominee location | Global |
| Career stage | Early career |
Awarded by the Water Science Forum
The group focuses on the application of the chemical sciences to management of the water cycle and the impact of these activities on the natural environment. It promotes the professional and scientific interests of members and to advise on and influence, in the public interest, the application of chemistry in water-related industries.
About this prize
This award supports RSC members undertaking water science research at an early stage of their careers. In particular, applications are encouraged from members aiming to achieve Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) or Registered Scientist (RSci) status.
The Water Science Award is awarded to researchers engaged in projects that involve chemical sciences application in the water cycle management, and the impact these activities have on the environment. Awards of up to £2,000 per year are available for the following activities:
- Continuing professional development research analysis activities for RSciTech or RSci awards
- MSc thesis projects
- Short sabbatical periods to complete relevant research
- Assistance in Water Science research projects
Please note that activities are not restricted to the examples above, so please apply for an alternative activity to be considered. It is important that any activity needs to contain a high proportion of water related chemical science which contributes to water sustainability (environment, economic, social) and have an identifiable practical application.
Please note that 25% of any award will be withheld pending satisfactory completion of a report or article for the Newsletter and/or presentation to a Committee Meeting.
Applicants must be an RSC member and a member of the Water Science Forum.
MSc students, or students on other career development routes, including those with no formal higher qualifications (e.g. degree or HND), and those wishing to obtain RSciTech or RSci qualifications, are particularly encouraged to apply.
Please refer to the specific eligibility criteria and fundable activities in the application form.
Submit a completed application form by email.
Applications will only be accepted from 1 January to 30 April.
Each application is reviewed by the Water Science Forum Committee Awards Sub-Group.
All requests for financial support are considered on their merits. Therefore, it is vital that the application form contains sufficient detail for the Committee to make an informed assessment on the degree of water related chemical science involved. The applicant also needs to identify how their project is likely to further the Water Science Forum’s aims and objectives. The committee's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
The Secretary will notify applicants of the outcome of their applications in early July.