According to the Farmers’ Almanac, July 3 through August 11 are “the Dog Days of Summer.” I’m not sure what gave rise to that saying, but I think it was in part due to the enervation due to heat stress. Read more
It’s hard to believe but the summer is already upon us. Our July picnic will soon provide our annual opportunity to mingle, enjoy each other’s company, and meet new people. If you aren’t able to stop by, watch for pictures Read more
As those of you who read our newsletter know, the Silicon Valley section is very active. We organize evening seminars, awards, public outreach, student support, and more. I am thrilled to report that this year our section has been selected Read more
It’s hard to believe that it is already May, until you look outside at all the green hillsides. April was a busy month for our section. On April 27, we held a career panel for community college and transfer students Read more
The ACS just completed the Spring National meeting in Indianapolis. It was a very successful meeting that drew more than 12,000 participants. The vast majority (over 10,000) attended the meeting in person. The convention center location in Indianapolis is a Read more
As societies worldwide emerge from the isolation imposed by the Covid pandemic, we all have an opportunity to adapt and evolve some of our pre-pandemic practices. Last month, SVACS celebrated the 2022 Mosher Award with an in-person gathering at Stanford Read more
Each year our section presents the Harry and Carol Mosher Award to recognize a chemist for their contributions and outstanding work in chemistry, for advancing chemistry as a profession, and for service to ACS. The 2022 award will be presented Read more
Happy New Year. Here we are again at the beginning of a new year. The past few years have been a challenging time, but we have made it through them and even learned new skills. I am quite confident that Read more
Hello Fellow Chemists, Welcome to March Madness. Just like the basketball tournaments, March is a very busy month for the ACS and the Silicon Valley section. The big event of the month is of course the ACS Spring National meeting Read more
Hello Fellow Chemists, I am writing as Acting Chair while Stephanie Benight is enjoying time with her new baby. Our by-laws dictate that under these circumstances the Chair Elect serves as Acting Chair. So I will be supporting the section Read more
