BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//SVACS - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SVACS
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Los_Angeles
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260107T202034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T155037Z
UID:22315-1774897200-1774902600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Silicon Valley ACS Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Silicon Valley ACS local section \n7:00-8:30 pm\, Online Event\, Free\, Guests welcome: contact Chair to attend
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/silicon-valley-acs-executive-committee-meeting-34/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Section Business
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ExComm-Meeting-event-graphic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T221915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T223349Z
UID:22591-1775912400-1775926800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:P.I.E.F.E.S.T. - 5th Annual Bay Area Pasifika S.T.E.A.M. Fest
DESCRIPTION:April 11th\, 1:00-5:00 pm\, Free\, San Mateo Event Center (Directions and Parking)\, Registration required \nJoin us for a day of Exploration & Creativity!\n\n\nThis event is free to attend. Designed through a Pasifika lens\, we aim to ignite curiosity and build confidence through interactive exhibits in robotics\, Pacific Islander ingenuity\, environmental science\, and more.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/p-i-e-f-e-s-t-5th-annual-bay-area-pasifika-s-t-e-a-m-fest/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PIEFEST-2026-FLYER.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T222547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T223418Z
UID:22594-1776092400-1776096000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:The Antarctic Ozone Hole: A Global Success Story of Science and Policy (Distinguished Women in Science Seminar)
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Susan Solomon\, MIT\nSponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry\nApril 13th\, 3:00-4:00 pm\, In-person\, Free\, Stanford University\, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC111)\, Learn more\n\nThe discovery of a massive hole in the Antarctic ozone layer shocked the world in 1985\, leading to remarkable changes in science\, public understanding\, and environmental policy.    In this talk\, I will summarize how scientific discoveries revealed the chemistry that can deplete the Earth’s ozone layer\, our planet’s essential “sunscreen” against damaging ultraviolet light from the sun.    I will also describe how the world came together in an international process that has now effectively phased out the production of ozone-depleting chemicals.   Finally\, I will discuss some of the evidence that the ozone layer is slowly beginning to heal. \nAbout the Speaker\nSusan Solomon is the Martin Professor of Environmental Studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  She is well known for pioneering research on the Antarctic ozone hole\, as well as on climate change in the southern hemisphere.  She received the 1999 US National Medal of Science (highest scientific award in the US)\, the Crafoord Prize of the Swedish Academy of Sciences\, the Blue Planet Prize\, and the Volvo prize.   She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences\, the French Academy of Sciences\, the Pontifical Academy of Sciences\, and the Royal Society in the UK. Time magazine named Solomon as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2008.  And her favorite honor is a glacier in the Antarctic that has been named after her.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/the-antarctic-ozone-hole-a-global-success-story-of-science-and-policy-distinguished-women-in-science-seminar/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Susan-Solomon.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T223213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T223213Z
UID:22597-1776187800-1776193200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Atoms in Slow Motion\, the Skyrmion\, and Crackling Magnets: The Hidden World of Quantum Materials (SLAC on Tap)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory\nApril 14th\, 5:30-7:00 pm\, In-person at The Dutch Goose\, 3567 Alameda de las Pulgas Menlo Park\, CA 94025\, Registration required\n\n\n\n\nWhat do the sound of Rice Krispies and the motion of atoms and magnets have in common? Join us at the Dutch Goose for SLAC on Tap on April 14 at 5:30 pm to hear for yourself. SLAC scientist Joshua Turner will take us inside the hidden world of quantum materials; he will show how watching atoms in slow motion can tell us about exotic phases of matter such as high-temperature superconductivity\, how tracking the way electrons spin can reveal new types of particles\, and what “listening” to the chaotic motion of atoms and magnets can tell us about the properties of matter itself. Stick around after the talk for trivia\, giveaways\, a live cereal sound check\, and the chance to create some chaotic motion of your own with a coordinated dance break. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Joshua Turner\nJoshua Turner is a lead scientist who uses X-rays to uncover nature’s secrets in the bizarre world of quantum materials. In addition to running complex experiments\, creating AI tools to accelerate physics research\, building cool machines and missing layups on the basketball court at SLAC\, he loves spending time with his wife\, riding roller coasters with his daughter\, fishing with his older son\, and doing Legos with his younger son.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/atoms-in-slow-motion-the-skyrmion-and-crackling-magnets-the-hidden-world-of-quantum-materials-slac-on-tap/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SLAC-on-Tap-Joshua-Turner.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T223830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T223830Z
UID:22603-1776243600-1776249000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Resume Development: Marketing Your Brand for Industrial Chemistry (ACS Career Pathways Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Careers\nApril 15th\, 9:00 am-10:30 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nThis virtual live\, 90-minute workshop will help you refine your résumé to apply and compete for chemistry jobs in industry. Participants will study the purpose\, typical sections\, and formatting of résumés to prepare a portfolio for your own personal brand\, along with ineffective formatting and content as an example of what NOT to do when preparing your résumé. \nAfter completing this module\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe and analyze the sections of an industrial résumé.\nIdentify the format and style for print and electronic submission of résumés.\nPlan next steps to getting hired in industry; and\nCreate a résumé portfolio for your own brand.\n\nThe presentation will be followed by the opportunity for attendees to network in small breakout groups led by ACS Career Consultants and receive personalized career advice.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/resume-development-marketing-your-brand-for-industrial-chemistry-acs-career-pathways-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Resume-Development.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T224619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T224619Z
UID:22606-1776250800-1776254400@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Agentic AI in CAS SciFinder
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by CAS\nApril 15th\, 11:00 am-Noon\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nGet ready to welcome a new lab assistant to your research team! \nJoin us as we introduce CAS Newton℠\, an agentic AI companion created to support the complex needs of scientific researchers. See how Science-Smart AI trained on the world’s most comprehensive database of curated scientific information delivers deep insights that general AI cannot produce reliably. \nWhat you will learn\n\nHow CAS Newton brings agentic AI capabilities to CAS SciFinder\nHow Science-Smart AI trained on curated scientific data delivers deeper research insights\nHow agentic AI can support complex scientific research workflows
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/agentic-ai-in-cas-scifinder/
CATEGORIES:CAS Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/CAS-logo.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T225300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T225300Z
UID:22608-1776319200-1776366000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Implications and Applications of Local pH in Electrocatalysis (Beilstein Institute Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Samuel S. Veroneau\, PhD\, Vagelos Institute for Energy Science and Technology\, University of Pennsylvania\nSponsored by the Beilstein Institute\nApril 16th\, 6:00-7:00 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nElectrochemistry can transform abundant resources like water and carbon dioxide into useful chemical and sustainable fuels. These reactions often involve protons\, which are either consumed or produced at the surface of electrodes. The concentration of protons at the electrode (i.e.\, local pH) fundamentally governs the efficiency and selectivity of myriad electrochemical transformations (e.g.\, the oxygen evolution reaction [OER]). As more and more protons are consumed or produced during operation\, however\, this local pH can change dramatically. Taking bulk pH\, buffer composition\, and mass-transport into account\, we develop an accessible and robust model for describing this local pH. Our model explores how pH gradients form and dissipate during operation\, which we correspondingly validate using rotating (ring) disc electrodes. We may employ this model to predict the local pH over a wide range of current densities\, including under industrially relevant conditions\, and propose that dramatic changes in local pH may be inevitable regardless of bulk conditions. The complicating effects of morphology on local pH are further described to highlight how understanding and controlling this environment is crucial to improving the efficiency of electrochemical transformations. \nSamuel S. Veroneau\ngrew up near Washington\, D.C. and studied chemistry at the University of Chicago. He returned to the East Coast and received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Harvard University in 2024 under the guidance of Prof. Daniel Nocera. His graduate studies focused on the electrochemistry of water splitting catalyst for green hydrogen production. As a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pennsylvania\, his work now explores reactive nitrogen-based fuels under the supervision of Profs. Tom Mallouk and Daniel Mindiola. Dr. Veroneau was the recipient of the Herchel Smith Fellowship at Harvard and is currently funded by a Vagelos Institute for Energy Science and Technology Postdoctoral Fellowship.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/implications-and-applications-of-local-ph-in-electrocatalysis-beilstein-institute-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Samuel-S-Veroneau.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T225728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T225728Z
UID:22612-1776337200-1776340800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Science on the Mic: How to Shine as a Podcast Guest
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Webinars\nApril 16th\, 11:00 am-Noon\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\n\n\nHave you ever been invited to appear on a podcast\, or hoped you might be someday? Podcasts have become one of the most effective ways for scientists to translate research\, build visibility\, and reach audiences far beyond the lab. \nJoin Margot Wohl\, lead producer of the Chain Reaction podcast from the American Chemical Society\, for a practical guide to becoming a memorable podcast guest. Discover how to prepare for interviews\, communicate complex science with clarity\, and deliver insights that resonate with listeners long after the episode ends. \nThis ACS Webinar is moderated by Sam Jones of the American Chemical Society and co-produced with the ACS Communications Division. \n\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nWhy podcasts are powerful platforms for communicating science\nHow to prepare for a podcast interview like a pro\nAudio tips and techniques to sound natural\, clear\, and engaging\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 @ 2-3pm ET\nFree to attend\nSlides will be available on day of the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\nChain Reaction – ACS’ new podcast explores how chemistry shapes the world around us\, from the materials we use every day to the environment that we depend on. Each episode brings fresh perspectives and personal stories from chemists\, engineers\, and other scientists\, as well as historians who guide us through pivotal moments in chemistry’s history.\nTiny Matters – An award-winning podcast about tiny things — from molecules to microbes — that have a big and often surprising impact on society. From deadly diseases to forensic toxicology to the search for extraterrestrial life\, hosts and former scientists Sam Jones and Deboki Chakravarti embrace the awe and messiness of science and its place in history and today\, and how it could impact our world’s future. New episodes every Wednesday.\n\n\n\n\n\nACS Communications Division
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/science-on-the-mic-how-to-shine-as-a-podcast-guest/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Science-on-the-Mic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T230234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T230234Z
UID:22615-1776592800-1776614400@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:STEM Zone 2026
DESCRIPTION:April 19th\, 10:00 am-4:00 pm\, Free\, Santa Clara Convention Center\, 5001 Great America Parkway\, Santa Clara\, CA\nRSVP to the Event\n\nThe STEM Zone celebrates Santa Clara as the heart of Silicon Valley—bringing together innovation\, creativity\, and community. \nWhere Silicon Valley Sparks Innovation and Fun! The STEM Zone brings Santa Clara’s identity as the heart of Silicon Valley into the spotlight. It’s more than just an event — it’s a platform where our students\, innovators\, and local companies can showcase technology\, sustainability\, and creativity alongside the global excitement of major sports.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/stem-zone-2026/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/STEM-ZONE-8.5x11-qr-code-Flyer.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T230743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T230743Z
UID:22619-1776783600-1776787200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Quantum Dots: From Curiosity to Technology (30th Annual Stauffer Lectureship\, Day 1 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Moungi Bawendi\, MIT\nSponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry\nApril 21st\, 3:00-4:00 pm\, In-person\, Free\, Stanford University\, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC111)\, Learn more\n\nColloidal quantum dots combine quantum effects\, nanometer dimensions\, and a chemical synthesis. They were one of the early examples of engineered functional nanomaterials. As such\, they have served as a model in the development of nanoscience and nanotechnology. They provide a platform for exploring new size dependent fundamental properties as well as a sandbox for developing new applications.  This talk will cover the origin story of chemically synthesized quantum dots\, their basic physics\, the synthesis that unlocked their widespread study and applications\, an overview of their properties\, and a few of their applications\, including in bio-imaging and as emissive materials in displays. \nAbout the Speaker\nProfessor Moungi Bawendi\, the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at MIT\, received his A.B. in 1982 from Harvard University and his Ph.D. in 1988 from The University of Chicago. This was followed by two years of postdoctoral research at Bell Laboratories\, working with Louis Brus\, where he began his studies on nanomaterials. Bawendi joined the faculty at MIT in 1990\, becoming Associate Professor in 1995 and Professor in 1996. \nProfessor Bawendi was one of the initial developers of the field of colloidal quantum dots. Driven by an interest in light-matter interactions\, he has followed an interdisciplinary research program that has probed the science and technology of chemically synthesized nanostructures. His work has advanced both fundamental studies as well as applications. His laboratory has demonstrated applications of nanomaterials for light emission\, photodetection\, spectral sensing\, solar energy harvesting\, and bio-imaging. His group has pioneered novel optical tools for the spectroscopy of single nanostructures. \nProfessor Bawendi’s studies have included: (1) the development of methods for synthesizing\, characterizing\, processing\, and assembling quantum dots\, magnetic nanoparticles\, J-aggregates\, and thin films of semiconducting perovskites\, (2) the study of the fundamental optical and magnetic properties of nanostructures using a variety of spectroscopic methods\, including the development of photon correlation tools to study single nanoscopic emitters and emitters of quantum ligtht\, (3) incorporating quantum dots\, magnetic particles\, J-aggregates\, and thin film materials into optical and opto-electronic device structures\, and (4) developing optical tools and probes\, both fluorescent as well as magnetic\, including nanoparticles and other contrast agents\, for biomedical imaging. \nProfessor Bawendi is a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science\, a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors\, a member of the US National Academy of Sciences\, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. \nProfessor Bawendi is a co-laureate of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/quantum-dots-from-curiosity-to-technology-30th-annual-stauffer-lectureship-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Moungi-Bawendi-MIT-e1775948832682.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T231020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T231020Z
UID:22622-1776870000-1776873600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Quantum Dots: From Biology to Quantum Science (30th Annual Stauffer Lectureship\, Day 2 of 2)
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Moungi Bawendi\, MIT\nSponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry\nApril 22nd\, 3:00-4:00 pm\, In-person\, Free\, Stanford University\, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC111)\, Learn more\n\nUnderstanding the chemical properties and the fundamental optoelectronic behavior of colloidal quantum dots is a prerequisite to their varied applications. This talk will focus on two very different paths: the use of quantum dots in biological imaging\, and their prospect as quantum emitters\, to illustrate the potential\, the challenges\, and the solutions that emerge when working with hybrid systems at the nanoscale. \nAbout the Speaker\nProfessor Moungi Bawendi\, the Lester Wolfe Professor of Chemistry at MIT\, received his A.B. in 1982 from Harvard University and his Ph.D. in 1988 from The University of Chicago. This was followed by two years of postdoctoral research at Bell Laboratories\, working with Louis Brus\, where he began his studies on nanomaterials. Bawendi joined the faculty at MIT in 1990\, becoming Associate Professor in 1995 and Professor in 1996. \nProfessor Bawendi was one of the initial developers of the field of colloidal quantum dots. Driven by an interest in light-matter interactions\, he has followed an interdisciplinary research program that has probed the science and technology of chemically synthesized nanostructures. His work has advanced both fundamental studies as well as applications. His laboratory has demonstrated applications of nanomaterials for light emission\, photodetection\, spectral sensing\, solar energy harvesting\, and bio-imaging. His group has pioneered novel optical tools for the spectroscopy of single nanostructures. \nProfessor Bawendi’s studies have included: (1) the development of methods for synthesizing\, characterizing\, processing\, and assembling quantum dots\, magnetic nanoparticles\, J-aggregates\, and thin films of semiconducting perovskites\, (2) the study of the fundamental optical and magnetic properties of nanostructures using a variety of spectroscopic methods\, including the development of photon correlation tools to study single nanoscopic emitters and emitters of quantum ligtht\, (3) incorporating quantum dots\, magnetic particles\, J-aggregates\, and thin film materials into optical and opto-electronic device structures\, and (4) developing optical tools and probes\, both fluorescent as well as magnetic\, including nanoparticles and other contrast agents\, for biomedical imaging. \nProfessor Bawendi is a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science\, a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, a fellow of the National Academy of Inventors\, a member of the US National Academy of Sciences\, and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. \nProfessor Bawendi is a co-laureate of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/quantum-dots-from-biology-to-quantum-science-30th-annual-stauffer-lectureship-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Moungi-Bawendi-MIT-e1775948832682.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T231447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T231447Z
UID:22624-1776873600-1776877200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:A Walk in the Woods with Acorns and Sagebrush
DESCRIPTION:Prof. James David Adams\, USC\nSponsored by Southern California Section of ACS\nApril 22nd\, 4:00-5:00 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nAcorns are an important food that come from oak trees. They contain about 10% protein\, 35% carbohydrate and 55% fat. Acorn protein contains all 9 essential amino acids. Acorns are eaten by Chinese\, Korean and other people but are not a normal food in California. Sagebrush\, Artemesia californica\, can be made into a liniment to treat pain. It contains 15 monoterpenoids that penetrate into the skin\, inhibit transient receptor potential cation channels to relieve pain\, then evaporate from the skin. The liniment can be safely used to treat major pain and chronic pain. \nSPEAKER BIO \nDr. James Adams received a PhD in Pharmacology from UC San Francisco and was a faculty member at the USC School of Pharmacy for 33 years. He has over 300 publications and has published extensively on California medicinal plants. He learned California Indian Medicine from a California Indian woman for 14 years. He currently teaches Chemistry to pre-Nursing Students at Saint Mary’s College in Moraga. He is an Expert in Apoptosis\, Delayed Cell Death\, Herbal Drugs\, Nicotinamide\, Ruptured Berry Aneurism\, Smart Drugs\, Stroke\, Toxicity Testing and Parkinsons Disease. \nMay 2012 – Chumash Healer\, Los Angeles\, following 14 years of training by Cecilia Garcia\, a recognized Chumash Healer \nSept 1981 – University of California\, San Francisco (Ph.D.\, Comparative Pharmacology and Toxicology; Minors: Pharmacology\, Pharmaceutical Chemistry) \nSpring 1975 – University of California\, Riverside (Undergraduate\, A.B.\, Biochemistry; Minor: Chemistry) \n1993-2025 Associate Professor\, School of Pharmacy\, USC \n1987-1993 – Assistant Professor\, School of Pharmacy\, University of Southern California \n1985-87 – Assistant Professor\, College of Pharmacy\, Washington State University 1983-85 – Staff Fellow\, NIADDK\, NIH\, Section on Oxidation Mechanisms \n1981-83 – Postdoctoral Fellow\, Baylor College of Medicine\, Institute for Lipid Research 1976-81 – Research Assistant\, University of California\, San Francisco\, Ph.D. program in Biochemical Toxicology \n1975-76 – Research Assistant\, University of California\, Riverside\, Ph.D. program in Insect Toxicology \n  \nPROFESSIONAL/HONORARY SOCIETIES \n1981 – American Association for the Advancement of Science \n1986 – International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics \n1987 – American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy \n1988 – Society of Neuroscience \n1989 – American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists \n1990 – The Oxygen Society \n1994 – The American Society for Neurochemistry \n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/a-walk-in-the-woods-with-acorns-and-sagebrush/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/James-David-Adams-USC.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T232001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T232443Z
UID:22627-1776879000-1776882600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Hierarchical Materials Through 3D Printing and Molecular Design
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Emily Davidson\, Princeton University\nSponsored by Golden Gate Polymer Forum\nApril 22nd\, 5:30-6:30 pm; Online\, Free/$5 donation\, Registration required by April 21st at 1pm\n\nNature creates remarkable material by controlling the hierarchical assembly of molecules that are broken down at the end of their useful life. Inspired by natural systems\, my group’s research combines molecular design with directed assembly via extrusion-based 3D printing to program the structure and function of polymer-based materials across length scales. First\, I will describe how in both liquid crystalline polymers and block copolymers we can control the extent of nanostructure alignment and functional anisotropy via the flow history the material undergoes during 3DP. By tailoring flow history and microstructural layout\, we are able to encode ‘multiple properties’ in structures composed of a single material. I will also discuss our contributions to developing liquid crystal elastomers with tailored network structures that allow us to probe the interplay of network structure with liquid crystalline phase transitions. \nSpeaker Background\nEmily Davidson is an Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Princeton University. She leads a research group that works at the intersection of polymer synthesis\, polymer physics\, self-assembly\, and additive manufacturing to develop hierarchically defined functional materials. She received her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from MIT\, her PhD from UC Berkeley\, and performed postdoctoral research at Harvard University. She has been recognized with a 2019 Scientista ‘Young Professional’ Award\, a 2022 DOE Early Career award\, and the 2023 Princeton School of Engineering Alfred Rheinstein Faculty Award.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/hierarchical-materials-through-3d-printing-and-molecular-design/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/GGPF-and-SVACS-logos.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T232406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T232406Z
UID:22629-1776942000-1776945600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Guided Reactions: Mentorship Essentials for Meaningful Growth
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Webinars\nApril 23rd\, 11:00 am-Noon\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\n\n\nCareers in chemistry are often defined not just by discovery\, but by direction. At critical moments you may find yourself choosing a path\, navigating transitions\, or expanding into new areas. At times like this\, having a powerful mentorship relationship built with intention can make all the difference. When both mentor and mentee actively engage\, growth becomes a shared outcome. \nIn this practical\, insight-driven webinar\, Kelly Diggs of Kelly A. Diggs Consulting\, LLC breaks down what effective mentorship really is and just as important\, what it is not. You’ll discover how to identify the right mentors for your goals\, structure relationships that create mutual value\, and avoid the common pitfalls that make mentorship fall flat. You’ll also get an exclusive first look at the new ACS Mentorship Program designed to connect scientists across disciplines and career stages with purpose and clarity. Whether you’re seeking guidance or ready to give it\, this webinar offers a framework to make mentorship actionable and impactful. \nThis ACS Webinar is co-produced with the ACS Mentorship Program and is moderated by Yvonne Pearson of the American Chemical Society. \n\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nWhat effective mentorship is and the misconceptions that hold people back\nHow to identify and approach the right mentor for your specific goals\nHow to build structured\, high-impact mentoring relationships that deliver real outcomes\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nThursday\, April 23\, 2026 @ 2-3pm ET\nFree to attend\nSlides will be available on day of the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\nACS Mentorship Program
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/guided-reactions-mentorship-essentials-for-meaningful-growth/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Guided-Reactions-Mentorship-Essentials.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T233101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T233101Z
UID:22632-1776960000-1776963600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Into the Woods and Beyond: Essential Oils and the Chemistry of Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Amanda Lattin\, Dean or Aromatherapy\, American College of Health Science\, Portland\, Oregon\nSponsored by Southern California Section of ACS\nApril 23rd\, 4:00-5:00 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nInto the Woods and Beyond: Essential Oils and the Chemistry of Forest Bathing explores how forest-derived volatile organic compounds (VOCs)\, particularly monoterpenes such as α-pinene\, β-pinene\, limonene\, and bornyl acetate\, contribute to the physiological and psychological benefits of Shinrin-yoku. Drawing on research in environmental health\, phytochemistry\, and integrative medicine\, this session highlights how these compounds influence stress-related pathways\, including reductions in cortisol and support for parasympathetic nervous system activity. \nThe presentation further examines how conifer essential oils\, chemically aligned with forest VOC profiles\, can be used to recreate key aspects of the forest bathing experience indoors. Attendees will gain insight into the chemical mechanisms underlying naturebased stress reduction and practical strategies for applying forest-inspired aromatherapy when outdoor access is limited\, bridging environmental chemistry with accessible wellness applications. \nSPEAKER BIO:\nAmanda Lattin is the Dean of Aromatherapy at the American College of Healthcare Sciences and Vice President of the Alliance of International Aromatherapists. She is an educator\, clinician\, and researcher with extensive experience in aromatherapy\, herbal medicine\, and phytochemistry. Amanda has designed and taught curriculum in chemistry\, phytochemistry\, aromatherapy\, and botanical medicine across multiple institutions\, including ACHS and the Traditional Roots Institute at the National University of Natural Medicine. \nHer scholarly work focuses on the therapeutic applications of essential oils and advancing a theoretical framework for researching aromatherapy through the lens of scientific holism; integrating biochemical\, physiological\, and whole-person health perspectives. She has published and presented on aromatherapy’s role in integrative health and evidence-informed practice. \nIn addition to her academic work\, Amanda has maintained a clinical aromatherapy and herbal medicine practice in Portland since 2007\, collaborating with integrative health clinics and practitioners to incorporate botanical medicine into comprehensive client care. Her work bridges scientific rigor\, clinical application\, and holistic wellness\, with a focus on translating plant chemistry into meaningful health outcomes.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/into-the-woods-and-beyond-essential-oils-and-the-chemistry-of-forest-bathing/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Amanda-Lattin-e1775950192135.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T234329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T234418Z
UID:22635-1777114800-1777125600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Chemists Celebrate Earth Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Silicon Valley ACS and San Jose Public Library\nApril 25th\, 11:00 am-2:00 pm\, Free\, In-person\, Martin Luther King Jr. Library\, Children’s Room\, 150 E. San Fernando\, San Jose\nLearn more\nDownload Flyer (PDF)\n\nA FREE\, interactive experience for kids of all ages and their families featuring: \n· Hands-on chemistry activities for kids exploring the chemistry of plants\, and spices. You will be able to check the purity of maple syrup\, figure out what chemical makes spices smell\, make a dye out of insects\, and many more experiments.* \n\nFree copy of “Celebrating Chemistry” the ACS publication for kids.\n\n\nPRIZES for every child who participates!\n\n*While supplies last \nNo registration required. \nADA Accommodation Requests
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/chemists-celebrate-earth-week-2026/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Outreach
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ccew-2026-social-facebook-1200x600-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260107T202222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T031413Z
UID:22317-1777316400-1777321800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Silicon Valley ACS Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Silicon Valley ACS local section \n7:00-8:30 pm\, Hybrid Event\, Free\, Guests welcome: contact Chair to attend
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/silicon-valley-acs-executive-committee-meeting-35/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Section Business
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/ExComm-Meeting-event-graphic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260228T203348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T203348Z
UID:22489-1777460400-1777464000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:SciComm 101: How to Clearly Communicate Your Science
DESCRIPTION:How do you make science not just understandable\, but unforgettable? Research can fall flat if it isn’t communicated clearly\, strategically\, and with intention. \nUnpack the fundamentals of science communication\, from defining what “SciComm” actually is to exploring the core elements that make it effective: understanding your audience\, shaping a strong message\, choosing the right medium\, and telling a story that resonates. Join Shane M. Hanlon and Jordan Nutting of BrandLab at the American Chemical Society as they teach you how to the build skills that will make your communication clearer\, more compelling\, and more impactful. \nThis ACS Webinar is co-produced with C&EN BrandLab and is moderated by Heather Lockhart-Neff of C&EN BrandLab at the American Chemical Society. \n “What You Will Learn” \n– What science communication is and why it matters\n– How to identify your audience\, clarify your message\, choose the right medium\, and shape a story that resonates\n– Why authenticity is essential in science communication and how it strengthens trust\, engagement\, and impact
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/scicomm-101-how-to-clearly-communicate-your-science/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Communicating-your-science-clearly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260430T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260411T235626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T235626Z
UID:22641-1777546800-1777552200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Coding Chemistry: How AI is Rewriting Polymer Design
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Webinars and Division of Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering\nApril 30th\, 11:00 am-12:30 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\n\n\nWhat if polymer discovery could be accelerated with experiments\, simulations\, and AI continuously informing one another in a closed loop? Join Adam Gormley of Rutgers University and Plexymer\, Inc. and Arthi Jayaraman of the University of Delaware to learn how self-driving laboratories and hybrid modeling approaches are converging to transform the way we design\, understand\, and deploy polymer materials. \nFirst\, Adam Gormley will present on the development of a self-driving biomaterials laboratory\, a closed-loop platform that integrates synthesis\, characterization\, and AI-guided decision-making to rapidly explore vast design spaces. By coupling molecular modeling\, simulation\, and machine learning with automated experimentation\, this approach accelerates the identification of polymer systems that function in harmony with biological complexity. \nThen\, Arthi Jayaraman will demonstrate how physics-based modeling and data-driven methods can be combined to elucidate structure–property relationships in polymeric materials. Using case studies from industry and academic labs\, she will show how integrating chemical intuition with machine learning enables faster design\, synthesis\, and optimization of high-performance polymer systems. \nThis ACS Webinar is moderated by Dominik Konkolewicz of the Miami University and co-produced with the Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering (PMSE) Division at the American Chemical Society. \n\n\n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nHow AI/ML and automation are transforming polymer biomaterials design\nHow self-driving labs work\nHow you can build your own self-driving lab\nWhen to apply machine learning vs. molecular modeling and simulation\nKey challenges in polymer characterization data and how to address them\nStrategies for effective collaboration across chemistry\, materials science\, and data science\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nThursday\, April 30\, 2026 @ 2-3:30pm ET\nFree to attend\nSlides will be available on day of the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-Produced With\n\n\n\n\nDivision of Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/coding-chemistry-how-ai-is-rewriting-polymer-design/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Coding-Chemistry-e1775951382410.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260412T201906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T201906Z
UID:22644-1778144400-1778149800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:ACS Virtual Office Hour: Stuck or Exploring? Map Out Your Next Career Move
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Careers\nMay 7th\, 9:00 am-10:30 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nA typical career consumes about 80\,000 hours of our lives – a large portion of our entire adulthood! Thus\, it is imperative to make informed\, excellent career and life decisions. \nIn this workshop\, participants will explore their passions and “whys” in life. They will then use that to learn about networking to: \n\nCreate Options\nMake a Plan\nAct on their Vision\n\nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will be able to design their own actionable career roadmap. \nFollowing the workshop\, attendees will be able to ask their questions directly during a dedicated 30-minute Question and Answer session with the facilitator.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/acs-virtual-office-hour-stuck-or-exploring-map-out-your-next-career-move/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Career-Office-Hour-Mapping-Your-Next-Career-Move.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260412T203019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T203019Z
UID:22647-1778322600-1778329800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Virology and Immunology of Emergent Arboviruses: Learning From the Patients
DESCRIPTION:Sandra Lopez Verges\, PhD\nSponsored by California ACS\, Women Chemists Committee\nMay 9th\, 10:30 am-12:30 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required | Download flyer\n\nEmergent viruses are primarily zoonotic viruses\, meaning that they infect both human and non-human animals. They can be transmitted predominantly by aerosols\, direct contact or through vectors. This talk will focus on the latter group of emergent viruses\, which are transmitted by arthropod vectors (arboviruses). The main arboviruses are transmitted by mosquitoes. We will describe their molecular and genetic characterization during outbreaks and surveillance from febrile patients. We will also explore the immune response in these patients\, and what can be learned from survivors and seropositive healthy individuals to create new treatments and define correlates of protection for future vaccine studies. Finally\, we will discuss how these patient-based observations can inform more basic in-vitro studies. \nAbout the Speaker\nSandra did her studies at the Université Paris 7 Denis Diderot\, Paris\, France. She received her BS in Biology-Biochemistry\, her MS (Pasteur Institute) and her PhD in Microbiology with a specialty in Basic Virology. Her doctoral thesis focused on HIV cellular cofactors at the Institut Cochin. She completed post- doctoral training in Immunology and Virology at UCSF. \nSince 2012\, Sandra has worked at the Gorgas Memorial Institute for Health Studies\, Panama\, as a Senior Health Researcher. She created the flow cytometry core there\, participates in arboviruses and emergent viruses and leads projects on viral immunology. She was the Head of the Department of Research in Virology and Biotechnology from January 2020 to January 2025\, leading the laboratory’s national response for the COVID19 pandemic. She has also been teaching graduate classes at the University of Panama since 2018. \nHer research has resulted in one patent and more than 60 scientific publications (ORCID: 0000-0002-1106-8479). She obtained several awards as the Gorgas Memorial Award (ASTMH\, 2013) and the UNESCO-L’OREAL International Fellowship for Young Women in Science in 2014 to work on arboviruses at the University of Texas Medical Branch\, USA (2015-2017). She was selected as a member of the National Research System (SNI\, SENACYT in Panama) in 2014\, of the Global Young Academy (GYA) in 2018. She was part of the Pathogen Bulletin working group on Biosafety and Biosecurity in Virology research (2022 2024)\, the WHO R&D Blueprint Togaviridae working group (2023-2024) and the panel of experts from the International Science Council for the Bioweapons convention (2024-2025). \nBesides her research work\, she has participated in workshops\, courses and projects on Science Diplomacy and Science advice. She continues to be an advocate for women in science and participates in science motivational programs for young people.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/virology-and-immunology-of-emergent-arboviruses-learning-from-the-patients/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sandra-Verges.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T205147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205205Z
UID:22731-1778673600-1778677200@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Two ChemHIST Talks from the ACS Spring 2026 National Meeting: (1) Chemical Symbolism Through the Ages: A Rookwood Fountain's Visual Journey\, and (2) Toward Consensus in Standardization: The 1892 Geneva Congress on Organic Nomenclature
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the ACS Division of History\nMay 13\, Noon-1:00 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nSpeakers\n(1) Mark Chalmers (Univ of Cincinnati Libraries – Oesper Collections\, University of Cincinnati\, Cincinnati\, Ohio) presenting “Chemical symbolism through the ages: A Rookwood fountain’s visual journey\,” (2) Kristine L. Konkol (Department of Natural Sciences\, Albany State University\, Albany\, Georgia) presenting “Toward Consensus in Standardization: The 1892 Geneva Congress on Organic Nomenclature.” \nView abstracts\n 
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/two-chemhist-talks-from-the-acs-spring-2026-national-meeting-1-chemical-symbolism-through-the-ages-a-rookwood-fountains-visual-journey-and-2-toward-consensus-in-standardization-the-1892-gene/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/HIST-Logo.gif
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T141912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T141912Z
UID:22697-1778756400-1778761800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Mini-Chemical MBA: The Fine Print in Research & IP Agreements
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Webinars and ACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses\nMay 14\, 11:00 am-12:30 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nBefore you sign\, make sure you know what’s really in the fine print because a clear understanding of key agreement terms today can prevent significant legal and business risks tomorrow. \nJoin Noelle Dubiansky and Emily Beman of Goodwin Procter LLP as they break down the key terms in license agreements\, material transfer agreements\, sponsored research agreements\, and collaboration agreements—through the lens of scientists stepping into entrepreneurship. You’ll learn how these agreements are used in the real world\, where hidden risks tend to show up\, and how to avoid costly surprises as you grow your venture. Register now to gain practical\, business-focused insights that will help you protect your innovation and negotiate with confidence. \nThis ACS Webinar is moderated by Olivia Uitto of Goodwin Procter LLP and co-produced with the ACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses. As part of ACS’s ongoing celebration of our 150th anniversary\, this month we highlight partnership built on the power of collaboration: from lab benches to policy tables which have driven chemistry forward and showcase how future breakthroughs depend on trust\, teamwork\, and shared vision. Celebrate with us at www.acs.org/150. \n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nThe purpose and key differences between license\, material transfer\, sponsored research\, and collaboration agreements\nCommon contractual terms (e.g.\, IP ownership\, publication rights\, confidentiality) and how they impact your organization\nRed flags and risk areas that can create legal or business challenges in the future\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026 @ 2-3:30pm ET\nFree to attend\nSlides will be available on day of the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Mini-Chemical MBA Series \n\nCorporate Structures & Corporate Fundraising – Join Janet Hsueh of Goodwin Procter LLP and Seth Lieblich of 8VC to learn the pros and cons of each corporate path\, discover how to pivot when needed\, and gain insider insights from experts in a series designed specifically for scientists\, engineers\, and researchers ready to take the leap into entrepreneurship.\nSmart Money\, Finance\, and Accounting Basics – Join Greg Seckington of CBIZ Advisors\, LLC and Mingkai Lin of ArmstrongLin Optimal Solutions and Sanofi as they reveal the accounting essentials every startup and small business leader must comprehend\, from understanding financial statements and cash flow to knowing what really matters at tax time and when talking to investors.\nEquity Financing\, SAFEs\, and Convertible Notes – Join Samuel Beavers and Joseph Flynn of Goodwin Procter LLP as they deliver a practical\, market-driven roadmap to funding early-stage companies in today’s evolving venture landscape.\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-Produced With\n\n\n\n\nACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/mini-chemical-mba-the-fine-print-in-research-ip-agreements/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Mini-Chemical-MBA-e1778249865886.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T142626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T142626Z
UID:22700-1778925600-1778940000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Natural Dyes Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Farm Discovery at Live Earth\nMay 16\, 10:00 am-2:00 pm\, In-person (Ages 12+)\, Farm Discovery at Live Earth\, Upper Farm\, 172 Litchfield Lane\, Watsonville\, CA\, Cost: $55\,20 (No Refunds)\, Purchase tickets\, Free Parking\n\n\n\nParticipants will experience a hands-on natural dye experience using sustainably and ethically harvested farm-grown materials. \n\n\n\n\nExplore the process of creating color directly from the land. Participants will learn how to sustainably and ethically gather flowers\, plants\, and vegetables from the farm\, with an emphasis on seasonal materials and respectful harvesting practices. Guided by instructors\, you’ll observe how different plant parts—petals\, leaves\, roots\, and skins—produce a wide range of natural hues. \nAfter gathering\, the workshop moves into dye preparation\, where you’ll learn the basics of extracting color\, preparing fibers\, and understanding how mordants and plant chemistry affect tone and longevity. Participants will experiment with dye baths using farm-sourced materials\, gaining practical skills and insight into natural dye techniques that can be replicated at home. By the end of the workshop\, you’ll leave with naturally dyed pieces and a deeper appreciation for color\, sustainability\, and the connection between art\, agriculture\, and the living landscape. \nAll materials will be provided\, but bring your own garment if desired! \nPlease bring a water bottle\, good walking shoes\, a hat\, and a snack! \nAccessibility: This workshop includes extended periods of walking\, bending\, and standing. Please inform staff of any necessary accommodations.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/natural-dyes-workshop/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Natural-Dyes-Workshop-e1778250336936.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T143152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T143239Z
UID:22705-1779116400-1779120000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Light-Driven Fuel Production at Passivated Silicon Photoelectrodes
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Jillian Dempsey\, University of North Carolina\, Chapel Hill\nSponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry\nMay 18\, 3:00-4:00 pm\, In-person\, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC 111)\, Learn more\n\nCoatings and termination strategies for silicon photoelectrodes are crucial to protect the semiconductor from detrimental and uncontrolled oxidation during photoelectrochemical reactions that produce chemicals and fuels. However\, these modifications must not inhibit interfacial charge transfer to catalysts and mediators. Terminating the silicon lattice with organic moieties affords stable photoelectrodes that exhibit large photovoltages. Methyl-terminated silicon can be employed to drive the selective reduction of CO2 by molecular catalysts without the competitive hydrogen evolution observed for H-terminated electrodes. Direct attachment of the catalyst is also possible\, but the passivation is below unity\, and defects at the surface lower photovoltage and selectivity. Collectively\, these studies provide key foundations for hybrid photoelectrodes that drive fuel production with sunlight. \nAbout the Speaker\nJillian L. Dempsey is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is currently the Director of the Center for Hybrid Approaches in Solar Energy to Liquid Fuels (CHASE) and an Associate Editor for ACS Electrochemistry. \nJillian received her S.B. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2005 where she worked in the laboratory of Prof. Daniel G. Nocera. As an NSF Graduate Research Fellow\, she carried out research with Prof. Harry B. Gray and Dr. Jay R. Winkler at the California Institute of Technology\, receiving her PhD in 2011. From 2011–2012 she was an NSF ACC Postdoctoral Fellow with Daniel R. Gamelin at the University of Washington. \nIn 2012\, Jillian joined the faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her research group explores charge transfer processes associated with energy capture and conversion\, including proton-coupled electron transfer reactions and electron transfer across interfaces. Her research bridges molecular and materials chemistry and relies heavily on methods of physical inorganic chemistry\, including transient absorption spectroscopy and electrochemistry. \nShe has received numerous awards including the Harry B. Gray Award for Creative Work in Inorganic Chemistry by a Young Investigator (2019)\, the J. Carlyle Sitterson Award for Teaching First-Year Students (2017)\, a Sloan Research Fellowship (2016)\, a Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering (2015)\, the Agnes Fay Morgan Research Award (2020)\, and the University Award for Advancement of Women (2021).
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/light-driven-fuel-production-at-passivated-silicon-photoelectrodes/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Jillian-Dempsey-e1778250746462.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T144054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T150600Z
UID:22708-1779127200-1779130800@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Uncommon Material Combinations & Processing Methods for Improved Performance & New Applications of Common Polymers
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Gary E. Wnek\, Case Western Reserve University\nSponsored by Golden Gate Polymer Forum\nMay 18\, 6:00-7:00 pm\, Online\, $0/$5 Donation\, Register by May 17th at 1:00 pm\n\nAbstract\nThere is a significant need to add value to existing high-volume polymeric materials\, from commodity polyolefins through engineering plastics and elastomers. Of particular interest are approaches that are scalable\, scrapless\, and solvent-free. We will discuss two initiatives that attempt to address these important needs: (1) cold-rolling\, well-known in the ductile metals industry but less appreciated for the processing of semi-crystalline plastics\, and (2) fiber production via a unique variant of multi-layer co-extrusion. Cold-rolling has been shown to increase the toughness of the engineering thermoplastic poly(p-phenylene sulfide) and the biodegradable polyester poly(l-lactic acid) without the aid of toughening agents\, and is being explored to improve the mechanical properties of otherwise incompatible polymer blends such as HDPE/PP. Fiber fabrication of incompatible HDPE/PP blends via co-extrusion has been studied\, and mechanical properties of blended fibers with those of pure components will be compared. Advantages of both approaches will be discussed. Also\, attention has been directed toward application of unvulcanized rubbers\, with confinement in layers with thermoplastic elastomers obviating the need for vulcanization. Applications in the area of impact-damping will be discussed. \nSpeaker Background\nGary Wnek is Joseph F. Toot\, Jr.\, Professor of Engineering and Professor and Chair of Macromolecular Science and Engineering at Case Western Reserve University.  Gary’s research interests include fibrous polymers and gels for applications in drug delivery and regenerative medicine\, synthetic macromolecular constructs that mimic physiological functions\, adding value to common polymers using uncommon processing approaches\, and flammability mitigation of common polymers. He has authored or co-authored over 215 publications and holds 39 US patents.  Gary earned his Ph.D. In Polymer Science and Engineering from the University of Massachusetts\, Amherst\, and his B.S. Degree in Chemical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He was elected a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors in 2024.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/uncommon-material-combinations-processing-methods-for-improved-performance-new-applications-of-common-polymers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Golden-Gate-Polymer-Forum.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260520T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T144722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T144722Z
UID:22711-1779267600-1779273000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Opportunities for Chemists in the Federal Government (ACS Careers Pathways Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Careers\nMay 20\, 9:00 am-10:30 am\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nThis virtual live\, 90-minute workshop will provide an overview of the demographics of employment for the federal government. Participants will learn about the General Schedule (GS) as well as the three types of positions in the federal government. The workshop will also explain the federal coding for chemists and chemical engineers and provide data about employment by geography\, discipline\, department\, and agency to help participants match job opportunities with their experience\, strengths\, and values. \nAfter completing this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify trends in federal hiring.\nUnderstand the benefits available to federal employees.\nIdentify opportunities to get your start through student fellowships and internships.\n\nFollowing the workshop\, attendees will be able to ask their questions directly during a dedicated 30-minute Question and Answer session with the facilitator.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/opportunities-for-chemists-in-the-federal-government-acs-careers-pathways-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ACS-Careers-Fed-Gov-Opportunities-for-Chemists-e1778251469740.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T205815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T205815Z
UID:22737-1779879600-1779885000@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Clicks with Credibility: Science on Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Clicks with Credibility: Science on Social Media\nSponsored by ACS Webinars\nMay 27\, 11:00 am-12:30 pm\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nSocial media platforms have become a powerful force in shaping how scientific knowledge is communicated\, interpreted\, and trusted\, so having the right tools to effectively share your message is critical. \nJoin Gabriella Baki (LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriella-baki-5890693b/ and Instagram @utcosmeticsciencemajor)\, Tom Kuntzleman (YouTube @TommyTechnetium\, TikTok @pchemstud\, Instagram @tommy.technetium)\, and John Richardson (Instagram @cultured_analysis and YouTube @shipugenchemtutorials2015) as they examine how chemists and science communicators are leveraging platforms like Instagram\, TikTok\, and YouTube to translate complex ideas into compelling\, accessible narratives for diverse audiences. Through real-world insights from experienced science content creators\, this webinar will unpack what drives engagement as well as what undermines it. Attendees will gain a nuanced understanding of both the opportunities and the professional responsibilities that come with using social media as a tool for modern scientific outreach. \nThis ACS Webinar is moderated by Emily Schneider of the American Chemical Society and co-produced with the ACS Committee on Communicating Chemistry and the ACS Communications Division. \nWhat You Will Learn:\n– Proven strategies for transforming complex chemical concepts into clear\, engaging digital content\n– How to establish and maintain scientific credibility in online environments\n– Practical approaches to fostering meaningful\, two-way engagement with public audiences
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/clicks-with-credibility-science-on-social-media/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Clicks-with-Credibility-e1778273870682.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260528T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T145322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T145322Z
UID:22714-1779966000-1779969600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Achieving Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs): Reaching Compliance with Confidence for the Pharmaceutical Lab
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by ACS Webinars and ACS Office of Career and Professional Education\nMay 28\, 11:00 am-Noon\, Online\, Free\, Registration required\n\nIf Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines feel more like a maze of regulations than a roadmap to action\, you’re not alone. Many professionals struggle to translate GMP requirements into clear\, actionable steps that ensure compliance\, product quality\, and patient safety. \nJoin Kim Huynh Ba of Pharmalytik as she translates complex regulatory expectations into practical\, real world applications tailored to your role in the pharmaceutical industry. This webinar goes beyond theory\, delivering insights you can immediately apply\, from the production floor to quality decision making. Through real examples\, case studies\, and expert guidance\, you’ll gain not just an understanding of GMPs\, but the confidence to implement them effectively in your day to day work for your pharmaceutical laboratory. \nThis ACS Webinar is moderated by Bryan Tweedy of the American Chemical Society and co-produced with the ACS Office of Career and Professional Education. As part of ACS’s 150th anniversary celebration\, this month highlights the power of partnership\, from lab benches to policy tables\, and how trust\, teamwork\, and shared vision continue to drive chemistry forward. Celebrate with us at www.acs.org/150. \n\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nThe evolution of GMP regulations and their impact on today’s industry\nCore principles of quality systems and data integrity\nThe roles\, responsibilities\, and behaviors that build a culture of GMP excellence\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nThursday\, May 28\, 2026 @ 2-3pm ET\nFree to attend\nSlides will be available on day of the webinar\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\nGood Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for the Pharmaceutical Professional – Register for this online ACS Institute multi-week course to discover how they safeguard product quality\, patient safety\, and regulatory compliance in every step of pharmaceutical development.\n\n\n\n\n\nCo-Produced With\n\n\n\n\nACS Office of Career and Professional Education
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/achieving-good-manufacturing-practices-gmps-reaching-compliance-with-confidence-for-the-pharmaceutical-lab/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ACS Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Achieving-Good-Manufacturing-Practices-e1778251960641.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T124254
CREATED:20260508T145947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T145947Z
UID:22717-1780326000-1780329600@www.siliconvalleyacs.org
SUMMARY:Chemically and Financially Sustainable Methods for Chemical Synthesis
DESCRIPTION:Prof. Isaiah R. Speight\, College of William and Mary\nSponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry\nJune 1\, 3:00-4:00 pm\, In-person\, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC 111)\, Learn more\n\nSustainability has become a more prevalent topic in the chemical sciences due to increasing restrictions on solvents\, environmental impacts from chemistry\, and growing community concern about chemical impact. Our group is taking a broadened approach to sustainability by looking at three topic areas: Synthetic Sustainability\, Financial Sustainability\, and Educational Sustainability. The seminar will cover our group’s advances in solvent-free organic chemistry\, and 3D printed reaction vessels. \nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Isaiah Speight is an assistant professor at William & Mary in Williamsburg\, VA. He received his B.S. in Chemistry from Norfolk State University and his Ph.D. in chemistry from Vanderbilt University with Dr. Timothy Hanusa.  During his Ph.D.\, he developed mechanochemical methods towards a wide range of inorganic and organometallic complexes. Dr. Speight was also a visiting scientist at AbbVie where he developed a scalable and continuous method for the early steps of the synthesis of Upadacitnib (Rinvoq). Currently\, the Speight research group is tackling challenges in sustainable chemical synthesis. His group is a part of the NSF Center for Mechanical Control of Chemistry and has collaborative partnerships within the pharmaceutical industry. Dr. Speight is also the chapter advisor for W&M’s NOBCChE chapter and was previously a NOBCChE National Board Member.
URL:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/event/chemically-and-financially-sustainable-methods-for-chemical-synthesis/
LOCATION:In-person
CATEGORIES:Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.siliconvalleyacs.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Isiah-Speight-e1778252298531.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR