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ACS Virtual Workshop “Empowering Academic Researchers to Strengthen Safety Culture”, scheduled for Sunday, March 29, 2026 – Registration Deadline: March 15

**About the Workshop:** Presented by ACS Division of Chemical Health and Safety, this interactive workshop offers frontline researchers in academic institutions the opportunity to learn more about safety culture and develop the skills necessary to become leaders in safety. The target audience consists of graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and undergraduates […]

CSW Dinner Meeting – October 22, 2026 – featuring Homero Dominguez and Lauren Ragle – deadline to register is noon Tuesday, October 20

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 […]

CMA Spring Networking Social – May 30, 2026

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 […]

Chemists Celebrate Earth Week at Riderwood Festival – April 2026

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 […]

CSW Celebrates Earth Week with Hundreds at Rockville Science Day – April 26, 2026

This year the Chemical Society of Washington (CSW) partnered with several groups to bring chemistry activities to the community during Rockville Science Day for Chemists Celebrate Earth Week (CCEW). Up on the 3rd floor of the Science Building, CSW worked with the Montgomery College STEM Ed Club, the Rockville Chemistry […]

Illustrated Poem Contest: Into the Woods with Chemistry

As part of Chemists Celebrate Earth Week, CSW will be hosting the ACS Illustrated Poem Contest for students K-12. Students are invited to create poems and illustrations around the theme, “Into the Woods with Chemistry” Local submissions are judged based on grade categories and local winners advance to the national […]

Virtual Event Offer: “RAMP Risk Management in the Research Lab” – Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 3:00–6:30 PM ET via Zoom

We are excited to share an upcoming ACS Division of Chemical Health and Safety Peer-Led virtual workshop, “RAMP Risk Management in the Research Lab,” taking place on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 3:00–6:30 PM ET via Zoom. This interactive workshop is designed to educate, guide, and empower scientists to systematically […]

Recording and photos from event Available… CSW Dinner Meeting February 12, 2026, featuring Michelle Williams, “Chemistry is Everything: Mobilizing for Impact”

Thank you, Michelle, for this wonderful interactive event and providing the attendees a special ACS 150th Anniversary gift! Those of you who missed it can watch online: view recordingYou may also watch the recording referenced in the session, “Why integrity matters in science.” Meeting Logistics Date:     Thursday, February 12, […]

Pilates & Prosecco event at Club Studio – Tysons Corner on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM!

The ACS Chemical Society of Washington and the Northeast Region of NOBCChE are excited to invite you to a Pilates & Prosecco event at Club Studio – Tysons Corner on Saturday, February 14th at 3:00 PM! Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with us for a fun and energizing afternoon. Our NOBCChE National Student Representative, Brandi Williams will be […]