The Thomas H. Parliment Award honors scientists who have significantly advanced flavor chemistry, focusing on aroma aspects such as compound identification, flavor perception mechanisms, and analytical techniques. The award includes $20,000 and up to $2,500 for travel to the award presentation meeting. Nominations are encouraged from chemists in industry, academia, or government who demonstrate originality and leadership.
Nominees must have demonstrated significant, original contributions to flavor chemistry with emphasis on aroma. Eligible candidates include chemists from industry, academia, or government with notable publications, patents, awards, or professional involvement.