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Featured events
Heroes of Chemistry Award Ceremony
Tuesday, August 25 | 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM CT
Celebrate the achievements of industrial scientific teams who make our world better. Join us for the 30th annual award ceremony at ACS Fall 2026.
*Registration required. Black tie optional.
C&EN Future of Chemistry Societies: The View from Industry
Tuesday, August 25 | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CT
Explore how Societies can remain relevant and vital for the education pipeline, regulators and scientific diplomacy. Listen in as industry leaders share insights from the perspective of business and commerce.
Attend featured symposia
Build your schedule around these highlighted sessions. More industry sessions coming soon.
Monday August 24 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM CT
Celebrate the rising stars shaping the future of chemistry. At the Talented 12 Symposium, 12 innovators from across the molecular sciences share their work in dynamic, TED-style talks.
Tuesday August 25 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
Hosted by IBM Quantum, this symposium will unite classical and quantum experts to discuss near‑term and fault‑tolerant quantum advantage in molecular computing, concluding with a panel on applications, timelines, and metrics.
Wednesday August 26 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of ACS’s highest recognition for industry. Hear from past winners and preview the talent and innovation shaping future Heroes.
Wednesday August 26 | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM CT
Discover the innovative science shaping the future of beauty and personal care in this dynamic program featuring cosmetic chemists, startups, researchers, investors, and leading beauty brands.
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