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As esteemed and beloved ECS member Prof. Esther Takeuchi notes, “Scientific discovery is a marathon, not a sprint; you have to be in it for the long-haul.”

To commemorate Prof. Takeuchi’s enduring legacy and critical achievements, The Electrochemical Society (ECS ) is honored to announce the founding of the Esther Sans Takeuchi Innovation Award to recognize individuals who have had substantial and sustained impact on the field of electrochemistry, specifically its application to deployed technologies on energy and the environment.

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The ECS Texas Section is proud to introduce the Texas Section Electrochemistry Research Award Sponsored by UL Research Institutes (ULRI) on behalf of the Electrochemical Safety Research Institute.

Nomination deadline: January 15, 2027

This newly established award recognizes outstanding scientists and engineers working in Texas whose research and contributions are advancing electrochemical science and technology and/or solid state science. (more…)

The Electrochemical Society (ECS) has selected eleven distinguished members to join the 2026 Class of ECS Fellows. Established in 1989, this notable honor recognizes individuals for their outstanding technological contributions to electrochemistry and solid state science, as well as their dedicated service and active participation in the Society.

The 2026 Class of ECS Fellows will be formally inducted on October 26, 2026, during the 250th ECS Meeting in Calgary, Canada.

Learn more about our newest Fellows in the fall 2026 issue of ECS Interface and join us in congratulating them on this esteemed achievement. (more…)

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Congratulations to the spring ECS award recipients! These distinguished individuals have demonstrated exceptional achievement and made meaningful contributions to the fields of electrochemistry and solid state science. Their dedication, innovation, and commitment are an inspiration to the broader community.

Their accomplishments will be formally recognized at the 250th ECS Meeting in Calgary, Canada, as well as at select upcoming ECS Section Meetings.

Join us in celebrating their impact on the scientific community. The Society looks forward to honoring their continued success.

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Proposals due on May 22, 2026

Are you advancing research in green energy technologies? There’s still time to apply for the ECS Toyota Young Investigator Fellowship as the proposal deadline has been extended to May 22, 2026.

Offered through a collaboration between The Electrochemical Society and Toyota Research Institute of North America, this highly regarded fellowship provides a minimum of $50,000 to support innovative work in areas such as batteries, fuel cells, hydrogen, and other sustainable energy solutions. The program is open to applicants based in Canada, Europe, Mexico, and the United States.

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Get ready to connect, reflect, and look ahead! 

ECS members are warmly invited to the Annual Society Business Meeting and Luncheon (ASBM) on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 1200h PDT, hosted onsite in the Grand Ballroom A (2nd Floor, Sheraton Grand Seattle) at the 249th ECS Meeting in Seattle, Washington.

Step away from the technical sessions and join fellow members for a delicious plated lunch in an engaging setting. Hear directly from ECS leadership as they highlight the Society’s biggest accomplishments of 2025, tackle key challenges, and unveil exciting plans shaping the year ahead. It’s a unique opportunity to stay informed, celebrate progress, and be part of the conversation about ECS’s future. (more…)