The American Institute of Chemists (AIC) is an organization founded in 1923 with the goal of advancing the chemistry profession in the United States.[1] The institute is known for its yearly awards recognizing contributions of individuals in this field of work.
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| Formation | 1923 |
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| Location | Philadelphia, United States |
Publication | The Chemist |
| Website | www |
The American Institute of Chemists Gold Medal, given since 1926, is the institute's highest award and is awarded annually to a person who has promoted activity of service to the science or profession of chemist or chemical engineer in the United States of America.[2][3]
The Chemical Pioneer Award, first given in 1966, recognizes chemists or chemical engineers who have made outstanding contributions to advances in chemistry or the chemical profession.[4]
Former Presidents of the Institute include Gustav Egloff who served from 1942 to 1946.[5]
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edit- ↑ "American Institute of Chemists - Home". Theaic.org. Archived from the original on January 6, 2014. Retrieved February 16, 2014.
- ↑ "Gold Medal Awards". American Institute of Chemists. Archived from the original on September 7, 2015. Retrieved November 30, 2015.
- ↑ "American Institute of Chemists Gold Medal". Science History Institute. March 22, 2018. Archived from the original on February 2, 2018. Retrieved March 23, 2018.
- ↑ "The Chemical Pioneer Award". American Institute of Chemists. Archived from the original on September 5, 2015. Retrieved November 30, 2015.
- ↑ "The Legendary Chemist, 'Gasoline Gus'". Archived from the original on September 23, 2016. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
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