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Stereoselective Construction of Challenging C – C Bonds: Total Synthesis of Complex Bioactive Agents

Virtual

Abstract The central premise of the research in my group focuses on developing novel synthetic transformations that permit the expeditious total synthesis of complex bioactive natural products. A unique and striking feature of the program is the ability to access new chemical reactivity, which in conjunction with detailed mechanistic studies, permits the development of sophisticated […]

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Polymer Chemistry and Lutherie: The Materials of Fretted Instrument

On-Demand

We kick-off this sensory ride with Dr. Steven Pollack who doubles as a science fellow at Carbon, Inc. and a luthier for Yellow Rose Lutherie of Redwood City. In his talk titled, "Polymer Chemistry and Lutherie: The Materials of Fretted Instruments”, he discusses the polymers in the guitar that can influence the quality of the […]

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Tackling Imposter Syndrome

Virtual

Abstract “I don’t deserve to be here, and everybody knows it.” This is the constant messaging of impostor syndrome – whether you’re starting a new position, winning an award, or being asked to speak at a conference. While few of us talk about it, most of us experience it at some point in our careers. […]

Why Commercial Tomatoes Have No Taste: The Biochemistry and Genetics of Flavor Preferences

Virtual

Professor Harry Klee of the University of Florida will address the oft heard query in the vegetable section of the supermarket, “Why don’t commercial tomatoes have any taste?” in his talk on the biochemistry and genetics of flavor preferences. Dr. Klee strives to understand the chemical and genetic make-up of "flavor" in fruits and vegetables. […]

Wastewater-based Epidemiology (WBE) During the COVID-19 Pandemic and into the Future

Virtual

Register to attend this event Abstract Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is quickly gaining traction globally as a tool to assess the COVID-19 pandemic and to inform public health decision-making. With the medical practicalities of testing for SARS-CoV-2 on an individual basis being limited for a variety of reasons, WBE constitutes one potential tool that allows for […]

Mercury: Magic, Mining, and Menace

Virtual

Dr. Mark Marvin-DiPasquale, USGS Bio and Abstract and BPT link yet to be provided.  Stay tuned! Mercury

Chemical Conundrums in the Movies

Virtual

Mark Griep is a professor of chemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who has devoted his teaching career to finding ways to engage people in learning more chemistry. Inspired by “Clambake,” an Elvis Presley movie that featured a fast-drying, super-hard varnish called GOOP, Griep began offering “Chemistry in the Movies” presentations to middle school and […]

A Muggle’s Guide to Harry Potter’s Chemistry

Virtual

  Download Harry Potter's Chemistry poster to share! In 2011, University of Nebraska–Lincoln chemistry professor Rebecca Lai was contemplating how to attract more students to the sciences. She had just reread the entire Harry Potter series and it occurred to her: What if she designed a course around the books’ potions and spells? Thus was […]

Silicon Valley ACS Annual Picnic and Awards

In-Person in Mountain View at Cuesta Park Group BBQ Areas #1-2 615 Cuesta Drive, Mountain View, CA

The deadline for registration is Wednesday, July 14, 2021. Registration is required  in order to be sure there’s plenty to eat.  Meals will be packaged individually. We are delighted to announce that our first 2021 in-person event is the annual SVACS July picnic and awards.  We will celebrate together with wine- and beer-tasting, good food […]

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How One Company is Making Blue Jeans ‘Green’

Virtual

Download and share this colorful poster! How can engineered bacteria make indigo synthesis and dyeing blue jeans more ecofriendly? Dr. Tammy Hsu, the Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder of Huue, discusses making sustainable indigo blue for the denim industry so that your favorite piece of clothing can be planet-friendly. The indigo blue currently used to […]

ACS Career Consultant Virtual Office Hours – Special Edition: Industry vs. Academia – What to Expect?

Virtual

Dr. Lori Spangler, ACS Career consultant Sponsored by the American Chemical Society 9am-10am (Pacific Time), Online via Zoom, Free, Learn more and Register During this FREE virtual career guidance session, you will gain a better understanding of key differences between working in industry versus academia from ACS' Certified Career Consultant Lori Spangler. You will also […]

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ACS Webinar: Skydiving into Retirement: How to Actively Manage the Transition

Virtual

Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021 @ 2-3pm ET Speaker: Bill Carroll, Carroll Applied Science Moderator: Tom Halleran, American Chemical Society Registration required: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/acs-webinars.html What You Will Learn: How your persona changes when you retire Why it’s important to actively structure your retirement Some useful tools for retirement success Co-produced with: ACS Careers

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