Why Nominate Early Career Excellence for RACI National Awards 2026?
Fuel Curiosity, Ignite Impact – Nominations open 1 April–30 June 2026.
Early career chemists are the sparks driving Australian chemistry forward. Yet their breakthroughs often stay hidden in lab notebooks, unseen by the wider community. The RACI National Awards change that, with travel funding and prestige that catapults careers. Here's why supervisors, peers, and early researchers should nominate now.
Travel Funding Opens Global Doors
The RACI Postgraduate Student Travel Award funds conference presentations, forging international networks and visibility.
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2025 Winner: Timothy (Tim) Harte MRACI, GAICD, DLI
Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University & CSIRO
Tim develops next-generation electrolytes for structural energy storage – lighter batteries powering electric vehicles and renewables. His award supported global collaboration, amplifying work on safer, recyclable materials for Australia's clean energy transition.
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We rise by lifting others. True success is measured by how we empower those around us.
Tim co-founded the ChemAbility Network (chemists with disabilities/carers) and serves on RACI's Inclusion & Diversity Committee. Travel funding elevated his research and advocacy.
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Career Boost Beyond the Lab
RACI's Early Career Chemists & Students awards (Catalyst Award, C.S Piper Award, Cornforth Medal, Masson Memorial Award, RACI Postgraduate Student Travel Award, Rennie Memorial Medal, and Rita Cornforth Lectureship) deliver:
- National recognition from respected peers.
- Lecture opportunities showcasing your work.
- CV gold for grants, jobs, promotions.
Eligibility is inclusive.
Nominate in 5 Minutes
- Supervisors: Spotlight your stars.
- Nominating your peers/yourself: Apply confidently – mutual nominations welcome.
Nominate Now – Deadline 30 June 2026
Fuel their curiosity. Ignite their impact.
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