October 16–22, 2022 

National Chemistry Week

Theme: Fabulous Fibers: The Chemistry of Fabrics

COVID-19 Guidance: CCA strongly encourages all ACS groups to become aware and follow local, state, federal, and global health and government directives relative to large events and gatherings to address health and safety concerns around the ongoing pandemic. Resources are available for the planning of in-person and virtual events for NCW 2022.

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National Chemistry Week (NCW) is a public awareness campaign that promotes the value of chemistry in everyday life. ACS members and chemistry enthusiasts celebrate NCW by coordinating events and communicating the importance of chemistry. Read more about NCW.

National Chemistry Week 2022 was celebrated the week of October 16–22, 2022 with the theme, "Fabulous Fibers: The Chemistry of Fabrics."


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