The Royal Australian Chemical Institute is pleased to share this award opportunity with chemists and analytical scientists across our networks.
The SHIMADZU - crcCARE Analytical Award for Innovation in Analytical Sciences 2026 recognises outstanding innovation and excellence in analytical sciences. The award is being presented in association with SHIMADZU as part of the Adelaide 2026 CleanUp Conference.
This award recognises the best research paper presenting a reliable and new analytical, rapid and easy-to-use method for the analysis of a challenging analyte - be it an emergent or conventional contaminant.
Who is eligible?
All early-career researchers and technical officers working to develop analytical methods are invited to apply. This includes individuals working at universities, research centres and institutes, commercial and non-commercial laboratories, and government and private organisations.
Eligible applicants include current students (honours, master's and PhD) or researchers who have completed a PhD within the last 5 years.
Selection criteria
Nominated analytical methods will be assessed according to:
- Originality
- Impact
- Innovation
How to enter
- Download and complete the nomination form. Ensure that your nomination addresses the selection criteria for assessment. Submissions must include:
- The published paper
- A completed nomination form detailing how the method's development meets the selection criteria
- Three referee reports
Nominations should be sent to Ratin Mathur, Industry Training Manager, at ratin.mathur@crccare.com by close of business on Friday 4 September 2026.
Award prizes
- Winner - Cash Prize
- 1st Runner-up - Cash Prize
This may be of particular interest to researchers, academics, industry professionals, and students working in analytical chemistry and related disciplines.
For further information, including eligibility criteria and application details, please visit:
https://www.adelaide2026cleanupconference.com/shimadzu-crccare-analytical-award-for-innovation-in-analytical-sciences-2026
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