Applications open for IChemE’s revamped catalysis fellowship

ICHEME is inviting applications for the Andrew Fellowship which has switched its focus to very early career researchers in the field of heterogeneous catalysis.

The fellowship is open to researchers working in heterogeneous catalysis whose research is relevant to industrial challenges. The award covers the fellow’s salary costs for a year, as well as research-related expenses of up to £15,000 (US$19,700).

The Andrew Fellowship is open to members of IChemE worldwide who will undertake their research while employed by a university or research institute and engage significantly with an industrial partner.

The goal of the fellowship is to encourage academic research that enhances the science of formulation of heterogeneous catalysts, to foster collaboration between researchers and industry, and promote research that addresses industrially relevant challenges.

Akshat Tanksale, professor of chemical and biological engineering at Monash University in Australia, said: “The new fellowship is aimed at helping early career researchers to develop their independent career, rather than supporting established researchers. I am very proud to see the revised fellowship now being rolled out.” 

The Andrew Fellowship was established to commemorate the work of IChemE Fellow Syd Andrew, a distinguished expert in the field of catalysis. The deadline for applications is 1 December 2024. For more details and to submit your application, visit the Andrew Fellowship webpage.