ISEC Award

This award was first given 2014 in Wuerzburg by the International Committee of Solvent Extraction (ICSE) to recognise significant contributions that have advanced the wider field of solvent extraction (SX). The award should encourage the pursuit of technological advances and innovative thinking in the SX industry, thereby enhancing its professional status.


The award is made every three years, based on nominations from the international community.

Nomination Procedure and Criteria 

  • Nominations shall be made to the Secretary of ICSE by 30 April 2025.

    • Notices announcing the Award shall be placed by the ICSE Secretary in appropriate journals, e.g. Solvent Extraction and Ion Exchange, Hydrometallurgy, and websites. Notice of the Award shall be included in all material related to the next ISEC.

  • Nominations shall be in writing and must consist of the following documents:

    • A nomination letter not to exceed 1000 words;

    • Two additional letters supporting the nomination, again not exceeding 1000 words;

    • A summary of no more than three (3) pages outlining the nominee’s career, achievements, and contributions to solvent extraction;

    • A list of publications of the nominee.

For further details or to suggest nominees, please contact the Secretary of the International Committee