Sponsored by ACS Webinars and Chemical & Engineering News 11:00 am-Noon, Online, Free, Registration required Join Laura Howes of Chemical & Engineering News and a panel of special guests as they make their predictions for who will receive this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry and why. Enjoy a lively discussion about the past prize winners […]
The Bay Area Chemistry Symposium (BACS) brings together leading scientists from academia and industry to share cutting-edge research, foster collaboration, and strengthen the Bay Area’s vibrant chemistry community. Now in its 6th year, BACS continues to serve as a premier forum for innovation across medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and related disciplines. Join us on October […]
Cristina Padilla, International Atomic Energy Agency and 2026 Jean Dreyfus Lecturer for San Jose State University 6:30 pm–7:30 pm, In-person, SJSU Student Union Theater, One Washington Square, San José, CA 95192 (see map), Learn more Ms. Padilla will share how she learned to build a life that reflects her values, not all at once, but […]
Wayne Elfed Jones Jr., current Chair of the ACS Board of Directors & recently retired Professor of Chemistry & Materials Science, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of New Hampshire Sponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry 3:00 pm-4:20 pm, In-person, Stanford University, Sapp Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Sapp Lecture Hall (STL […]
Sponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry and Silicon Valley ACS, ACS National, ACS Committee on Chemists with Disabilities (CWD), and Center for STEMM Mentorship at Stanford 5:00-7:00 pm, in-person, Stanford University, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC 111), 376 Lomita Drive, Learn more and RSVP Celebrating the permanent installation of a Tactile Braille Periodic Table of Elements […]
Sponsored by ACS Webinars and ACS Publications 8:00-9:00 am, Online, Free, Registration required Real-time, minimally invasive measurement of localized bioanalyte concentrations in living tissue remains a major challenge in biosensing and bioimaging. Single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) offer a powerful way forward. Their exceptional photostability, near-infrared (NIR) tissue-penetrating fluorescence, and sensitivity to their local environment make […]
Sponsored by Stanford Sarafan ChEM-H 9:00 am-6:30 pm, In-person at Paul Berg Auditorium, $25, Learn more and register Event Details Join us for a day-long celebration of Carolyn Bertozzi’s extraordinary impact as a scientist and a mentor. The symposium will feature talks from Bertozzi group alumni whose research spans the chemical and biological sciences, from […]
Sponsored by ACS Webinars, ACS Communications Division, and C&EN 8:00-9:00 am, Online, Free, Registration required At a time when chemistry and the broader sciences face growing skepticism and shifting political landscapes, communicating scientific findings isn't just about accuracy, it also requires sound judgment and a deep commitment to the communities we serve. In this Global […]
11:00 am-4:00 pm, In-person at UCSF Mission Bay Campus, Koret Quad, Free, Learn more
Sponsored by Gold Gate Polymer Forum, 1.5-day live virtual short course Regular registration rate ends Oct. 5, 2026, at 8:00 pm, Course info & registration This course provides an overview of polymer materials commonly implemented in semiconductor technologies, ranging from precision patterning to packaging applications. Presentations will highlight key applications in semiconductor technologies, polymer classes […]
Sponsored by ACS Careers 9:00am-10:30am, Online, Free, Registration required This workshop will show you how to explore and assess potential positions in higher education and create an application portfolio to make you more competitive for higher education jobs. After completing this workshop, participants will be able to: Understand how to find jobs in higher education. […]
Sponsored by Southern California Section ACS 3:00 pm-4:00 pm, online, free, registration required Replacing a portion of Portland cement with locally sourced supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) is the most effective strategy to mitigate CO2 emissions and simultaneously reduce our reliance on imported minerals within the construction sector. However, predicting the chemical reactivity of these complex […]
