Prof. Jinhye Bae, UC San Diego Department of NanoEngineering & Materials Science and Engineering Sponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF) 6:00-7:00pm, Online via Zoom, Free/$5 Donation, Registration required Abstract: The design and fabrication of stimuli-responsive hydrogels and hybrids with reversible shape morphing and tunable actuation speed have been of great interest. In this […]
Sponsored by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory7:00-8:00pm, Free, Registration required to attend in-person (SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Kavli Auditorium, 2575 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025) or Watch Live on SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory’s YouTube Channel | Learn more Abstract: Electrons are tiny particles that hold together the atoms in molecules. When sunlight interacts with […]
Xiaoshi Zhang, PhD, Plastics Engineering Technology, Penn State University Behrend Sponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum (GGPF) 6pm, Online via Zoom, Free/$5 Donation; Registration required Registration deadline: Tuesday, December 12@1pm Abstract: In plastic manufacturing, understanding the interplay between processing conditions and the resulting properties of plastics is crucial. In this presentation, I will delve […]
Kat Knauer, PhD., National Renewable Energy Laboratory & CTO of the BOTTLE™ Consortium Hosted by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum 6 pm, Online via Zoom, Free/$5 Donation, Registration required (Registration deadline: January 30 at 1pm) The production, use, and disposal of plastics account for 3.8% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, nearly double the aviation […]
Sponsored by Lyrasis 11 am-Noon, Online via Zoom, Free, Registration required Getting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding, publishing, and research reporting workflows. Funding organizations, publishers, and research institutions are increasingly requiring or asking for ORCID iDs from researchers, […]
Sonya M. Schuh, PhD Sponsored by Women Chemists Committee, California ACS Section 10:30-Noon, Online via Zoom, Free, Registration required | View flyer Abstract: Dr. Schuh’s research focuses on reproductive and developmental biology and toxicology. Her talk delves into the prevalent challenges of the current plastics and environmental toxin crisis, and their effects on human health, […]
Innovations in Materials Design for Kidney Dialysis, from Lab Bench to Patient Prof. Buddy Ratner, University of Washington Sponsored by the Golden Gate Polymer Forum and Silicon Valley ACS June 24, 2024 5:00-6:00 pm In-person networking with refreshments @ Stanford Chemistry Department before Zoom Watch Party 6:00-7:00 pm Zoom presentation, virtual or in-person at Stanford […]
Speaker: Marcia McNutt, NAS President Sponsored by the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NAS) June 26, 2024, Noon-2:00 PM (Pacific Time), Online and In person, Free, Learn more and Register “The first State of the Science address will explore how U.S. science and innovation are positioned to respond to rising global competition and […]
Carolyn Pearce, PhD, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Sponsored by ACS California Section, Women Chemists Committee Nov. 2nd, 10:30-Noon, Online, Free, Registration required | Download Flyer Abstract: "The Hanford site in Washington State, which produced plutonium for the US weapons program, is the most contaminated nuclear site in the nation and is its largest environmental clean-up […]
Sponsored by ACS Careers Office Nov. 7th, 9:00-10:30 am, Online, Free, Registration required "During this 90-minute live, virtual session, ACS Career Consultant Adam Myers will help participants jumpstart their career journey by providing a career toolkit to equip internship seekers with the proper knowledge to be successful in their efforts. After the conclusion of the […]
Sponsored by ACS Careers Dec. 5th, 9:00 am-10:30 am, Online, Free, Registration required "This virtual live, 90-minute session will provide an overview of the federal job landscape for chemists, including information on the types of jobs available, how to find jobs, and navigating the federal job application process. The presentation will also explain the federal […]
Tiny Fibers, Big Problems: An Introduction to the Contributors, Environmental Impact, & Regulation of Microplastics Sponsored by SPE Golden Gate Section 12:00 - 2:30PM, Menlo Park, Learn more and register Erin Kirkpatrick, Ph.D., Brian Jing, Ph.D., Sadella Santos, Ph.D. Microplastics have recently gained more attention due to their ever-growing presence in the environment, however, their […]
