November 1 , 2025 Worcester State University Worcester, MA
Now Accepting Abstracts
Abstracts submissions are open for the Northeast Regional Discussion 2025 (NERD 2025). NERD 2025 will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, and will be hosted by the American Chemical Society Central Massachusetts Local Section (CMSACS) on the campus of Worcester State University.
The theme of the meeting will focus on “Supporting and Advancing Pharmaceutical Innovation and Education in the Northeast”. This one-day conference will include an Inclusion Breakfast, nine separate program tracks with featured oral presentation and poster sessions spread out throughout the day, and culminate in a plenary session, award presentation, and afterparty for those feeling especially “NERDy”. We look forward to welcoming you to Worcester later this year!
Visit the website to find a list of the programming divisions and planned symposia open for submissions.
The deadline to submit an abstract is Thursday, July 17.
------------------------------------------- Call for Award Nominations
The ACS prides itself on honoring the great people among us. From achievements made by those in a lifelong career of chemical research, to those who pass on their knowledge and understanding to the next generations, the ACS recognizes outstanding chemists to thank them for their devoted service to our field.
Stanley C. Israel Regional Award for Advancing Diversity in the Chemical Sciences recognizes individuals and/or institutions that have advanced diversity in the chemical sciences and significantly stimulated or fostered activities that promote inclusiveness within the region. Deadline: August 1
Regional Award for Excellence in High School Teaching recognizes a high school teacher within the region who excels in the classroom and beyond. Deadline: August 8
E. Ann Nalley Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society recognizes the volunteer efforts of individuals who have served the American Chemical Society, contributing significantly to the goals and objectives of the Society through their regional activities. Deadline: August 8
Partners for Progress and Prosperity (P3) Western Region Award encourages and recognizes successful and exemplary partnerships between industry, academia, government, small business and/or other organizations, including ACS local sections with other organizations which result in impactful outcomes supporting the chemical enterprise. Deadline: August 8
Join us at the Awards Reception & Closing Ceremony held at Worcester State University to find out who wins these prestigious awards! Poster awards will also be given during the ceremony.
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