Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal
The Schoellkopf Medal is the oldest ACS local section award in the nation, and was named in honor of chemical industry entrepreneur Jacob F. Schoellkopf, founder of National Aniline Works and, in part, is a testimony of achievement in chemical technology on the Niagara Frontier.
The first Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal was awarded in 1931. For 95 consecutive years the Western New York Section of the American Chemical Society has recognized the work of its peers with a citation of their accomplishments and their continuing service and achievements in the chemical sciences.
The 2026 Schoellkopf medalist is Professor Peter M. Schaber of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Canisius University.
The Schoellkopf Medal is awarded at a ceremony every autumn. Watch this web site for information on Prof. Schaber’s medal ceremony, coming soon.
For a list of past Schoellkopf recipients, see the Schoellkopf History Page.
Schoellkopf Medal Nominations are accepted at any time. Please see the Nomination Instructions for more information.
Outstanding High School Science
Teacher of the Year
The Outstanding High School Science Teacher of the Year Award (OSTY) is presented by the Western New York section of the American Chemical Society to a science teacher after soliciting nominations from area high schools.
OSTY Nominations are accepted at any time.
