Excellence Award in Memory of Prof. Eli Grushka
The Israel Analytical Chemistry Society (IACS) announces the Professor Eli Grushka Memorial Prize. This prestigious annual award, created by the Grushka family, aims to support early-career scientists pursuing advanced degrees in analytical chemistry and related sciencies implementing analytical chemistry / biochemistry into their research. We encourage applications from academia, research institutes, Forensic and Homeland Security, clinical laboratories and industry. The prize honors Professor Grushka’s lifelong dedication to advancing the field and seeks to inspire the next generation of researchers.
Call for Applications
The Israel Analytical Chemistry Society and the Grushka family invite eligible candidates to submit applications
The following documents are required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
A detailed overview of the applicant's academic and professional achievements
Recommendation Letter(s)
At least two letters highlighting the applicant's contributions to the research project and overall potential
Research Summary
A concise description of the applicant's research (maximum one page)
Selection Criteria
The selection committee will evaluate applications based on the following criteria
Scientific Achievements
Accomplishments and contributions within analytical chemistry
Significance of the Research
The societal impact and relevance of the work
Novelty and Originality
The innovation and uniqueness of the research within the field
Award Ceremony
The prize will be presented during IsraAnalytica 2027, taking place on January 12-13 2027 at the David Intercontinental Hotel in Tel Aviv.
Submission Deadline
Applications, along with all required documents, must be submitted by December 20, 2026, via email to hagit@bioforum.co.il.
Sincerely,
Dr. Debby Bartfeld, Chairperson, Isranalytica 2027
Award Committee Members:
- Prof. Yael Grushka-Cockayne (Family Representative)
- Prof. Daniel Mandler (IACS President, Hebrew University of Jerusalem)
- Arina Ceausu (TAPI)
- Prof. Raz Jelinek (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev)
- Lilach Yishai Aviram (IIBR)
- Igal Gozlan (Analytical consultant)
Outline of Prof. Eli Grushka
Professor Eli Grushka served as a Full Professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem from 1978 until his passing in 2016.
Renowned for his contributions to analytical chemistry, he was a symbol of academic excellence and innovation in the field. Throughout his career, he mentored numerous graduate students, shaping the next generation of scientists. His legacy is one of scientific brilliance, personal integrity, exemplary social grace, and a deep love for humanity.
In memory of the late Professor Eli Grushka, his family has established an award to support students at the start of their scientific careers who are pursuing advanced degrees in the field of analytical chemistry. This award aims to encourage and nurture the next generation of researchers in the discipline that Prof. Grushka dedicated his life to advancing.
Accordingly, the Israel Analytical Chemical Society and Grushka’s family invite nominations for an award honoring the memory of Professor Eli Grushka, recognizing an outstanding student pursuing studies in analytical chemistry.
Among his accomplishments were:
- Editorial board member of a large number of professional journals in analytical chemistry and separations.
- One of the editors of the prestigious series advances in Chromatography.
- Edited several books in the field of chromatography and published a large number of scientific articles.
- Member of the organizing committees of professional conferences in the field of analytical chemistry.
- Researcher, teacher and supervisor of many students for a qualified degree and a doctorate in analytical chemistry.
- He devoted much of his time to research in the field of analytical chemistry.
- One of the founders of the Israel Analytical Chemical Society, and the founder of Isranalytica, the annual meeting of the Israel Analytical Chemical Society.