The Longstaff Prize is given to an RSC member who has done the most to advance the science of chemistry.

• Run triennially
• The winner receives £5000, a medal and a certificate
• The winner is chosen by the RSC Prize Committee
  
  
• Only RSC Members can nominate for this prize
• Nominees may NOT nominate themselves
• The prize is open to RSC Members only
• There are no career stage restrictions associated with this prize
• When nominating previous RSC prize winners, please remember that a person cannot be awarded twice for substantially the same body of work