- Mark Young Scholar Award for excellence in basic or applied research and leadership in polymer science for a researcher under the age of 35.
- ACS Macro Lett./Biomacromolecules/Macromolecules Young Investigator Award to recognize individuals age 40 or below who have a major impact on the field of polymer science internationally.
- Young Industrial Polymer Scientist Award to recognize industrial innovation and creativity in the application of polymer science of a young individual in industry that is under the age of 40.