This award recognises innovation in the development of small molecules as potential therapeutic agents or chemical probes by RACI members who are within 15 years of being awarded their PhD.
The award, formerly known as the Biota Award for Medicinal Chemistry, has been renamed in recognition of Professor Peter Andrews’ seminal contribution to the Division as well as to medicinal chemistry in Australia. To be eligible for the award, the candidate must be a financial RACI member. No candidate may be nominated more than once.