The 238th Fall National Meeting, Washington, DC, August 16-20, 2009

The online technical program and the technical program summary grids are available on the Fall National Meeting website at www.acs.org > Meetings. The overarching theme for the Fall Meeting is "Chemistry and Global Security: Challenges & Opportunities." The challenges and opportunities for chemistry and global security will be explored from several perspectives as part of the Presidential Plenary Symposium. Divisions have organized 113 symposia on subthemes including: Chemistry and Global Security, Education and Careers, Emerging Technologies, Energy and Sustainability, Food Safety and Environment, and Funding Opportunities. Visit the meetings website to preview the symposia and poster sessions that the divisions are sponsoring and plan your itinerary in advance of the meeting.

While at the meeting, make plans to visit the highly anticipated Exposition from Sunday to Wednesday. The Exposition will feature more than 250 companies and 400 booths. Attendees will learn about scientific and industrial trends, discover effective technologies and services that may improve productivity, and network with chemical and industrial scientists. Visit the Exposition website at www.acs.org > Meetings to search the exhibitor directory, find information on special events and to sign up for free educational workshops.

As always, the Fall National Meeting will feature the Career Fair and offer career assistance services, professional development workshops and short courses, along with numerous social and networking opportunities. Visit www.acs.org/washingtondc2009 > “Careers & Education” and “Events & Activities” for more information.

Don’t miss the benefits of attending the ACS Fall National Meeting. Make plans to attend and visit the Fall National Meeting website for further details at www.acs.org/washingtondc2009

Grow Your Outreach – Establish Ties with an ACS High School Chemistry Club

Local sections may grow their outreach in area high schools by establishing a partnership with their area ACS High School Chemistry Club and playing a tremendous role in supporting these clubs and teachers who sponsor them. The ACS High School Chemistry Clubs program provides opportunities for students to cultivate their interest in chemistry beyond the classroom. There are over 180 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. The ACS Education Division provides organizational support for these clubs such as start-up handbooks and ideas for activities throughout the year. To find the ACS High School Chemistry Clubs in your area check out the ChemClub Directory at www.acs.org/chemclub.

How can your Local Section support your area High School Chemistry Club?

• Invite your local High School Chemistry Club sponsors and students to participate in National Chemistry Week or Chemists Celebrate Earth Day activities.
• Invite your local High School Chemistry Club to attend a Speaker Service program, Science Café, or Meeting.
• Organize a symposium about the diversity of careers in chemistry
• Plan and co-sponsor a community outreach event
• Provide small grants for High School Chemistry Clubs in your area.
• Apply for an Innovative Project Grant to provide an activity for a High School Chemistry Club.

To find out more about the out about the ACS High School Chemistry Club program please contact hschemclubs@acs.org

ACS Small & Medium Business Webinar Series August 27, 2009 at 2:00-3:00pm ET.

“What You Need To Know About Changes in VC Landscape and Capital Raising Process”

A half-hour presentation followed by Q&A with speaker Josh Wolfe, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Lux Capital, a venture capital firm focused on founding, seed and early stage investments in the physical and life sciences. Tired of waiting for investors? Want to start building your company? Raising capital is by far the most unpleasant task entrepreneurs and small businesses will ever have to perform. The landscape for venture capital funding has also shifted in the last year. This is an opportunity for scientists, professionals, entrepreneurs, and small/medium businesses to learn first hand from an experienced venture capitalist and scientist on how to successfully adapt to changes to the capital raising process. Join us to learn how to find the right funding sources and the venture capitals that can be your partners to success.

To register: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/715740658