Weickhardt Medal

The Award shall be made every year to a full member (MRACI and above) of the RACI who, in the opinion of the judging committee has contributed significantly towards the economic advancement of the Australian economy through work in the chemistry area.

The Award

This contribution shall be judged on evidence in reports submitted to the adjudicating panel (who may seek referees' reports).

The contribution of the member shall be interpreted broadly and may include contributions to policy development, commercial activity and technology transfer. Contribution through the work as part of the RACI should be highlighted.

The successful candidate will deliver a lecture at a suitable occasion.

The Award shall consist of a medal, named the Weickhardt medal.

Source of award: The RACI

Recipient requirements

Membership type: MRACI and above
Membership duration: 3 years minimum
Demographic requirements: Contribution to policy development, commercial activity and technology transfer.

Application procedure

Individual application: Yes
Nomination: No
Motivation for award required: Yes
CV required: Yes
Summary of Research papers: Yes
Research paper synopsis required: Yes
Referee report required: Yes
Referee contact details required: Two Required
Closing date: 31st May 2013
Submission: Emailed in a single PDF document to awards@raci.org.au for the attention of Robyn Taylor. Receipt will be acknowledged by return email.

The decision of the judges will be subject to the approval of the RACI Board. RACI awards are judged on a relative to opportunity basis. The Board decision is final and no discussions or correspondence will be entered into. ​