During World War II, the governments of the United States and the United Kingdom approached the largest U.S. chemical and pharmaceutical companies to enlist them in the race to mass produce penicillin ...

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ACS recognizes Chad A. Mirkin of Northwestern University with the 2027 Priestley Medal, the Society’s highest honor.

Learning about the structure and function of nairoviruses helps researchers predict and monitor their potential to cause ...

Nomination Period Extended: Due to the impacts of the federal government shutdown on many of our members, we have extended the nomination period for the 2027 National Awards until December 15 at 11.59 ...

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Learn about interesting chemistry topics that will engage a wide audience and age groups.

WASHINGTON, June 10, 2025 — The American Chemical Society (ACS) will honor researchers and companies as Heroes of Chemistry for creating and enhancing products that have led to significant ...

Esters are usually synthesized from an alcohol and an acid, most frequently, a carboxylic acid. In some cases, an epoxide is used instead of the alcohol; or an acid halide or anhydride replaces the ...

The Indiana Local Section received this award for hosting the first Juneteenth Celebration & Chemistry of Fireworks event. The activity supports the 2024 strategic goals of empowering members and ...

Chemical engineering involves the production and manufacturing of products through chemical processes. This includes designing equipment, systems, and processes for refining raw materials and for ...