Sponsored by UL Research Institutes (ULRI) on behalf of Electrochemical Safety Research Institute
Nomination period: October 15–January 15, annual
Presented: ECS Texas Section meeting
The Texas Section Electrochemistry Research Award was established in 2026 to recognize a scientist or engineer working in Texas in the field of electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science.
Eligibility criteria
- Member in good standing of The Electrochemical Society and ECS Texas Section.
- A scientist or engineer working in Texas in the field of electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science.
Nomination guidelines
A complete nomination packet includes:
- Completed electronic Award Nomination Form;
- The candidate’s curriculum vitae, which includes a list of publications and work experience;
- A brief outline of accomplished research as well as contributions to the activities of The Electrochemical Society and ECS Texas Section;
- Two letters of support.
Self-nominations are encouraged. Unsuccessful nominations are eligible for consideration for one (1) additional award cycle.
Texas Section Electrochemistry Research Award Subcommittee members may not submit nominations or letters of support during their terms of subcommittee service.
Award
The award consists of:
- Framed certificate;
- USD $1,000.
Up to two candidates may be selected in the same year, with each receiving a certificate and the full cash award.
Recipient obligations
The award is presented at an ECS Texas Section meeting. At that time, the recipient may be invited to speak on a topic of major interest in electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science and technology. The recipient is expected to submit at least one (1) paper to an ECS journal within three (3) years of receiving the award.
About UL Research Institutes’ Electrochemical Safety Research Institute
UL Research Institutes’ Electrochemical Safety Research Institute advances the safer design and deployment of energy storage and energy generation technologies through science. The institute conducts comprehensive, discovery-driven research across a range of technologies such as lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries, as well as novel battery materials, and hydrogen, to characterize performance and safety and optimize recycling processes. Through independent research and collaboration with academia, industry, and government, scientists at the Electrochemical Safety Research Institute investigate emerging risks, develop test methods, and share insights that lay the foundation for reliable, safe, and sustainable energy storage technologies. To learn more, visit UL.org/ElectrochemicalSafety.
Questions
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