Supports exceptional established faculty in chemical sciences proposing bold, high-risk research with transformative impact. Provides $600,000 over three years, with equal annual installments. One grantee may receive an additional $1.5 million award based on evaluation. Research must be a significant departure from prior work and currently unfunded. Eligibility includes faculty within 15 years of tenure at US institutions granting chemical sciences degrees.
Applicants must be faculty within 15 years of tenure at US academic institutions granting degrees in chemical sciences. One proposal per institution per cycle. Extensions for official leave considered with institutional support.
