What role do professional societies play in these awards?
Professional societies play a crucial role in administering these awards. Organizations like the American Chemical Society (ACS), the North American Catalysis Society (NACS), and the European Federation of Catalysis Societies (EFCATS) are responsible for setting the criteria, soliciting nominations, and selecting the recipients. These societies also organize conferences and symposia where award ceremonies are held, providing recipients with a broad audience to present their work.
