The Division of Analytical Chemistry of the American Chemical Society established the I. M. Kolthoff Enrichment Award to encourage talented chemistry undergraduate students to pursue further studies in Analytical Chemistry. The Award honors the late Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the University of Minnesota who was one of the leaders of the profession in the 20th century, author of numerous influential textbooks and a major researcher in electroanalytical chemistry. The award provides funding for undergraduate students to travel to a national meeting to present the results of their research in the form of a poster. Funds from the Kolthoff Award may be applied toward registration, travel, and accommodations. Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible. Preference will be given to those applicants who have not made a previous presentation at a National scientific meeting. Students who have received a prior award under this program are not eligible. Awards up to $750 will be made on the basis of both scientific merit and financial need.

In 2007, the Kolthoff Awards will be given for travel to the Pittsburgh Conference (PittCon) at which the Division is presenting its technical program for Spring 2007. The PittCon will be held in Chicago from February 25 to March 1.

The deadline for applications for presentations at PittCon 2006 is September 1, 2006. However, applicants must submit a PittCon abstract for their poster presentation prior to the August 1, 2006 deadline for submission of Pittcon abstracts.

Application Submission Information

1. All required information must be submitted in hard copy form to:

2. Required information for applying for the I. M. Kolthoff Enrichment Award

	A completed application form, which is available in HTML and MS WORD formats. **Note: For the HTML format, print the screen in order to fill out the application.
	A copy of your PittCon preliminary abstract form. Abstracts must be submitted prior to the August 1, 2006 deadline.
	A brief statement outlining the reasons, both financial and scientific, for applying for this award. Please describe how this award will enhance your future career objectives and professional goals, in particular as related to Analytical Chemistry.
	An official transcript
	A brief resume of your educational and scientific training.
	A letter of recommendation from your research advisor, in support of your application. This letter should also indicate whether any funds are available from your institution for your travel. It should be submitted in a sealed envelope along with your application and additional documentation described above.