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Into the Woods and Beyond: Essential Oils and the Chemistry of Forest Bathing

Virtual

Amanda Lattin, Dean or Aromatherapy, American College of Health Science, Portland, Oregon Sponsored by Southern California Section of ACS April 23rd, 4:00-5:00 pm, Online, Free, Registration required Into 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 […]

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Chemists Celebrate Earth Week 2026

In-person

Sponsored by Silicon Valley ACS and San Jose Public Library April 25th, 11:00 am-2:00 pm, Free, In-person, Martin Luther King Jr. Library, Children's Room, 150 E. San Fernando, San Jose Learn more Download Flyer (PDF) A FREE, interactive experience for kids of all ages and their families featuring: · Hands-on chemistry activities for kids exploring […]

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SciComm 101: How to Clearly Communicate Your Science

Virtual

How do you make science not just understandable, but unforgettable? Research can fall flat if it isn’t communicated clearly, strategically, and with intention. Unpack 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, […]

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Coding Chemistry: How AI is Rewriting Polymer Design

Virtual

Sponsored by ACS Webinars and Division of Polymeric Materials: Science and Engineering April 30th, 11:00 am-12:30 pm, Online, Free, Registration required What 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 […]

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ACS Virtual Office Hour: Stuck or Exploring? Map Out Your Next Career Move

Virtual

Sponsored by ACS Careers May 7th, 9:00 am-10:30 am, Online, Free, Registration required A 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. In this workshop, participants will explore their passions and “whys” in life. […]

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Virology and Immunology of Emergent Arboviruses: Learning From the Patients

Virtual

Sandra Lopez Verges, PhD Sponsored by California ACS, Women Chemists Committee May 9th, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Online, Free, Registration required | Download flyer Emergent 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 […]

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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

Virtual

Sponsored by the ACS Division of History May 13, Noon-1:00 pm, Online, Free, Registration required Speakers (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) […]

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Mini-Chemical MBA: The Fine Print in Research & IP Agreements

Virtual

Sponsored by ACS Webinars and ACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses May 14, 11:00 am-12:30 pm, Online, Free, Registration required Before 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. Join Noelle Dubiansky and Emily […]

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Natural Dyes Workshop

In-person

Sponsored by Farm Discovery at Live Earth May 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 Participants will experience a hands-on natural dye experience using sustainably and ethically harvested farm-grown materials. Explore the process of creating […]

$55.00

Light-Driven Fuel Production at Passivated Silicon Photoelectrodes

In-person

Prof. Jillian Dempsey, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Sponsored by Stanford Department of Chemistry May 18, 3:00-4:00 pm, In-person, Sapp Center Auditorium (STLC 111), Learn more Coatings 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 […]

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Uncommon Material Combinations & Processing Methods for Improved Performance & New Applications of Common Polymers

Virtual

Prof. Gary E. Wnek, Case Western Reserve University Sponsored by Golden Gate Polymer Forum May 18, 6:00-7:00 pm, Online, $0/$5 Donation, Register by May 17th at 1:00 pm Abstract There 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 […]

Free – $5