CACA Awards

Chinese American Chromatography Association (CACA) Awards 

CACA invites applications for awards to recognize student research excellence in separation science. These awards include one Dr. Andrew Alpert Memorial Award for Student Excellence and two HPLC conference Travel Grant awards. 

Eligibility:

All awards are open to students in separation science attending HPLC 2024 Denver. There are no restrictions on national origins or locational preferences.

Application Procedure:

A cover letter summarizing the applicant’s contributions to the field of separation science, including names/contact info of two references and a headshot photo, plus a resume of academic credentials, work experience, and a publication list. Please send the application package as a single PDF file to CACAawards2024@gmail.com. The candidates can self-nominate or be nominated by their mentors. 

Awards and Recognition:

The top candidate will receive the Dr. Andrew Alpert Memorial Award  ($1000 and customized plaque) sponsored by PolyLC, founded by Dr. Alpert. Travel Grants (each $500) will be presented to the two runners-up. The awards will be presented at CACA’s networking dinner on Monday, July 22, 2024. The awardees must be present to receive the awards.

Submission Deadline:

June 30, 2024, and notification by the CACA’s Award Committee by July 15, 2024.