What have you done on your summer vacation? I can tell you, some brilliant high school students in our local section were able to do some incredible research. If you did not attend our celebratory Project SEED poster session, let me summarize some of the impressive work high school students […]
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Celebrate National Chemistry Week with the American Chemical Society Illustrated Poem Contest. This is a fun activity for students to combine art and science. The key steps are: 1. Create an illustrated poem around the theme “Chemistry Under Construction” 2. Submit your poem and entry form to CSW@ACS.org by October […]
What: Science demos with CSW at the Spooky Mad Science ExpoWhen: Saturday, October 17th from 1 pm to 7 pmWhere: Patrick Henry Recreation Center (4653 Taney Ave Alexandria, VA 22304) The Chemical Society of Washington (CSW) will be celebrating National Chemistry week at The Spooky Mad Science Expo on 10/17. […]
WHEN: Saturday, December 5, 202611:30 a.m. Check-in12:00 – 2:00 Lunch RSVP BY: Wednesday, December 2, 2026 – 12:00 Noon csw@acs.org — please provide the name(s) in your party Space is limited and will be taken on a first come basis. WHERE: Wildfire – Tysons Corner…………………. 2001 International Dr, McLean, VA 22102…………………. […]
Meeting Logistics Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026Time: 6:00 p.m. Check-in / Social Hour…………6:30 p.m. Dinner………..7:00 p.m. Speaker Presentations Location: ACS Headquarters, Marvel Hall…………. 1155 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036 Menu: Meal will be catered by W. Millar and will feature Cuban mojo Chicken Breast, Rum glazed Flank Steak, Citrus-seared tuna, Freshly […]
Meeting Logistics Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026Time: 6:00 p.m. Check-in / Social Hour…………..6:30 p.m. Dinner…………..7:00 p.m. Speaker Presentation Location: ACS Headquarters – Marvel Hall……………… 1155 16th Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20036 Menu: Meal will be catered by St. Germain and will feature Grilled Steak with au Poive sauce and pan seared […]
The Committee on Minority Affairs hosted an excellent Spring Networking Social on May 30th, that was well-attended and highly successful. Out of 24 RSVPs, 20 attendees were present, and with two prior confirmations of inability to attend, turnout was strong and consistent with expectations. The event created a welcoming and […]
Bree M. Taylor, M.S. Professional Experience: Founder & Principal Analyst at ATRICA Education: M.S. in Chemistry, George Mason University Volunteer Activities: I have volunteered with the Committee on Minority Affairs (CMA) and currently serve as Treasurer for the Chemical Society of Washington. As Treasurer, I support CSW’s financial operations by […]
The Chemical Society of Washington (CSW) partnered Dr. Richard Goodman for Chemists Celebrate Earth Week. Volunteers Verlese Gaither and Odalys Campos walked participants through the chemistry activity “Small Changes in Structure Can Lead to Big Changes in Fragrance” which demonstrates how enantiomers effect smell. The CSW outreach coordinator, Dr. Stephanie […]