November 15–17, 2026 in Covington, KY
Call for Abstracts: Central Regional Meeting (CERM) 2026
Abstract submissions open May 25th at 7AM EST
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Advanced Fluorescent ImagingThe symposium brings together researchers, technologists, and trainees working at the forefront of advanced fluorescent imaging, which aims to foster dialogue across disciplines including su… Read More
The symposium brings together researchers, technologists, and trainees working at the forefront of advanced fluorescent imaging, which aims to foster dialogue across disciplines including super-resolution and single-molecule imaging, novel fluorescent probes, biosensors and reporters, in vivo and intravital imaging approaches, high-throughput and high-content imaging platforms, computational imaging, AI-driven analysis, and image informatics and applications in neuroscience,cancer biology, development, immunology and beyond
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Advanced Polymer CharacterizationCall for poster presentations on advanced polymer characterization |
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PMSE |
Advanced Polymer Characterization WorkshopThis workshop at ACS CERM 2026 will highlight recent advances in polymer characterization, including techniques such as NMR, X-ray and neutron scattering, electron microscopy, rheology, and … Read More
This workshop at ACS CERM 2026 will highlight recent advances in polymer characterization, including techniques such as NMR, X-ray and neutron scattering, electron microscopy, rheology, and adhesion. The session will emphasize how these complementary methods provide multiscale insight into polymer structure, morphology, and dynamics, spanning molecular to nanoscale features and enabling a deeper understanding of structure–property relationships in polymers and polymer nanocomposites. The workshop provides an excellent platform to engage with leading experts from academia, industry, and national laboratories, while fostering meaningful scientific exchange and collaboration. Student participation is strongly encouraged, with opportunities for poster presentations and awards recognizing outstanding contributions.
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Advances in Transition Metal Catalysis: From Mechanism to ApplicationThis symposium will highlight recent advances in transition metal catalysis, with a focus on the design, synthesis, and mechanistic understanding of catalytic systems that enable efficient a… Read More
This symposium will highlight recent advances in transition metal catalysis, with a focus on the design, synthesis, and mechanistic understanding of catalytic systems that enable efficient and sustainable chemical transformations. Contributions will span fundamental studies to applied methodologies, showcasing how catalyst structure influences reactivity, selectivity, and practical utility.
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AI in Higher EducationThis session examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping undergraduate chemical education, from AI-assisted data analysis and visualization to adaptive homework, automated assessment, … Read More
This session examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping undergraduate chemical education, from AI-assisted data analysis and visualization to adaptive homework, automated assessment, and intelligent tutoring systems in core chemistry courses. Speakers will also address ethical and equity considerations and share strategies for preparing chemistry students to use AI responsibly in academic and industrial environments.
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AI/Machine Learning and Molecular Modeling of Chemical SystemsThe session is focused on recent advances on the development and application of AI/Machine Learning approaches and computer simulations of a broad range of chemical and biophysical systems. … Read More
The session is focused on recent advances on the development and application of AI/Machine Learning approaches and computer simulations of a broad range of chemical and biophysical systems. The connection with experimental approaches will also be emphasized.
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Bioinorganic ChemistryThis symposium on Bioinorganic Chemistry covers chemical/biochemical and spectroscopic studies of metals in biological systems, studies of small molecule models of those metal-containing bio… Read More
This symposium on Bioinorganic Chemistry covers chemical/biochemical and spectroscopic studies of metals in biological systems, studies of small molecule models of those metal-containing biological systems, and chemistry inspired by those systems (bio-inspired inorganic chemistry)
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Biological Imaging and Sensing: Emerging Materials and Methods for Biological SensingThis session highlights emerging biosensor designs, functional materials, and imaging strategies for probing biological systems. |
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Biological Imaging and Sensing: Next-Generation in-situ SensingThis session will highlight recent advancements in real-time, spatially-resolved sensing within living tissues, cells, and environmental matrices through the advancement of a broad range of … Read More
This session will highlight recent advancements in real-time, spatially-resolved sensing within living tissues, cells, and environmental matrices through the advancement of a broad range of sensor modalities.
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Biomass Conversion for Sustainable Chemicals and MaterialsBiomass is a promising renewable feedstock for sustainable chemical production and resilient domestic supply chains. This symposium will highlight advances in thermochemical, electrochemical… Read More
Biomass is a promising renewable feedstock for sustainable chemical production and resilient domestic supply chains. This symposium will highlight advances in thermochemical, electrochemical, and biochemical approaches for converting biomass into value-added chemicals and materials.
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Careers in Chemistry Across SectorsInvited panelists from academia, industry, and government will share their career trajectories in a guided Q&A discussion with audience participation. Panelists will represent diverse techni… Read More
Invited panelists from academia, industry, and government will share their career trajectories in a guided Q&A discussion with audience participation. Panelists will represent diverse technical areas including advanced polymer characterization, AI & automation, chemical biology, environmental sensing, and additive manufacturing of advanced materials. Regional perspectives will highlight applications in consumer products, aerospace, and defense sectors. This symposium will be particularly valuable for students, trainees, and early-career scientists seeking to explore career pathways in chemistry.
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Catalysis for the 22nd CenturyAs the chemical and energy industries transition throughout the 21st century, innovations in catalysis will accelerate spurred by the goals of sustainability, carbon neutrality and a circula… Read More
As the chemical and energy industries transition throughout the 21st century, innovations in catalysis will accelerate spurred by the goals of sustainability, carbon neutrality and a circular economy. This session welcomes those interested in exciting developments in catalysis: especially at the intersection of electrification, adaptive catalysts and processes, waste-to-resource technologies, and the emergence of ML- and AI- driven discovery and understanding of catalysis.
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Chemical Biology and Therapeutic Innovations: From Basic Science to Human TranslationThis session will highlight how chemical biology approaches and molecular methods are advancing the fundamental molecular understanding of biological metabolism and protein function, and the… Read More
This session will highlight how chemical biology approaches and molecular methods are advancing the fundamental molecular understanding of biological metabolism and protein function, and their roles in microbiology, human performance, or disease. Speakers will showcase how these mechanistic insights can be leveraged to develop and apply new therapeutic strategies and chemical probes that interrogate biological systems and enable translation from basic discovery to human health applications.
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General Poster Session (All Areas of Chemistry)General Call for poster presentations in all areas of chemistry |
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General Session on Analytical ChemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of analytical chemistry |
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General Session on BiochemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of biochemistry |
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General Session on Inorganic ChemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of inorga chemistry |
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General Session on Organic ChemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of organic chemistry |
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General Session on Physical ChemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of physical chemistry |
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General Session on Polymer ChemistryGeneral Call for oral presentations in the area of polymer chemistry |
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Innovations in Chemistry Education: A Symposium in Memory of Susan HershbergerDr. Susan Hershberger was a longtime volunteer and friend of the Cincinnati Section of the American Chemical Society who taught at Miami University for over 40 years. She was known as a comp… Read More
Dr. Susan Hershberger was a longtime volunteer and friend of the Cincinnati Section of the American Chemical Society who taught at Miami University for over 40 years. She was known as a compassionate and innovative teacher who was always available to help her students (and colleagues) learn. To honor her legacy, this symposium will bring together educators to share their most recent classroom improvements across the chemistry curriculum in high school and college labs and lectures.
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NanomaterialsThis symposium focuses on recent advances in the synthesis, characterization and applications of nanomaterials. It will highlight how innovations at the nanoscale are driving the next genera… Read More
This symposium focuses on recent advances in the synthesis, characterization and applications of nanomaterials. It will highlight how innovations at the nanoscale are driving the next generation of technologies by bridging fundamental molecular science and engineering to address gloval challenges.
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New Advances in Porous MaterialsThis timely session will focus on synthesis, characterization, and applications of porous materials such as MOFs and COFs. |
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NSF Center for Bioanalytic Metrology (CBM) Student Research SymposiumStudents from NSF CBM-participating institutions, in collaboration with industry partners, present research in bioanalytic measurement science, highlighting advances in analytical chemistry … Read More
Students from NSF CBM-participating institutions, in collaboration with industry partners, present research in bioanalytic measurement science, highlighting advances in analytical chemistry and interdisciplinary applications.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Invited | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
PFAS, Microplastics, and Emerging Contaminants: Analytical Advances in Environmental MonitoringPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a defining challenge in environmental analytical chemistry, driving rapid advances in detection sensitivity, sample preparation, an… Read More
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a defining challenge in environmental analytical chemistry, driving rapid advances in detection sensitivity, sample preparation, and regulatory method development. This symposium highlights analytical research addressing PFAS and other emerging contaminants such as microplastics, pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs), and disinfection byproducts in environmental matrices ranging from drinking water and wastewater to soil and biological tissue. Sessions will span method development and validation, novel instrumentation approaches, and the translation of research-grade methods to regulatory compliance contexts.
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Photochemistry for Biology and Energy: Celebrating 30 Years of Contributions by Claudia Turro and Her Research GroupThis special symposium honors the remarkable scientific career and lasting impact of Prof. Claudia Turro and her research group at The Ohio State University over the past three decades. Prof… Read More
This special symposium honors the remarkable scientific career and lasting impact of Prof. Claudia Turro and her research group at The Ohio State University over the past three decades. Prof. Turro’s work has fundamentally advanced the understanding of light-driven processes in transition metal complexes, with broad implications spanning phototherapy, luminescent sensing, and solar energy conversion. By elucidating excited-state dynamics, charge-transfer processes, and photochemical reactivity, her group has enabled new strategies for controlling chemical transformations with light at the molecular level. This symposium will bring together leading scientists, collaborators, and alumni to highlight recent advances in photochemistry for biological and energy applications, while celebrating Prof. Turro’s influential contributions to inorganic photochemistry, her leadership in the field, and her mentorship of generations of scientists.
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Photochemistry in Constrained MediaThis symposium will highlight recent advances in photochemistry in organized media, with a focus on how light can be used to control bond breaking and formation across a range of structured … Read More
This symposium will highlight recent advances in photochemistry in organized media, with a focus on how light can be used to control bond breaking and formation across a range of structured environments, including crystalline solids, supramolecular assemblies, and condensed phases. Topics will include photofracturing, photopatterning, and the design of photoresponsive materials, as well as emerging strategies for directing reactivity through molecular organization for applications in materials science, energy, and molecular devices
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Polymers and Soft MatterThis session welcomes contributions across the full spectrum of polymer science, including chemistry, physics and engineering, as well as soft matter, such as colloidal science, soft matter … Read More
This session welcomes contributions across the full spectrum of polymer science, including chemistry, physics and engineering, as well as soft matter, such as colloidal science, soft matter mechanics, and interfacial phenomena. Both fundamental and applied research are encouraged. This session will be coordinated with the Advanced Polymer Characterization focus session, fostering interdisciplinary discussion and new regional collaboration opportunities
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PMSE |
Structural BiologyThis session will focus on the development and application of structural biology methods. |
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Student Poster SessionOpportunity for students to present their research in an informal setting and network with local professionals. |
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Sponsor:
Society of Applied Spectroscopy, Cincinnati Tristate |
Supramolecular Chemistry Across Interfaces: From Molecules to Materials and BiologyThis symposium will highlight how noncovalent interactions at molecular and interfacial levels drive the assembly and function of complex systems spanning chemistry, materials science, and b… Read More
This symposium will highlight how noncovalent interactions at molecular and interfacial levels drive the assembly and function of complex systems spanning chemistry, materials science, and biology. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental insights and emerging approaches that connect molecular recognition to macroscopic properties and biological function.
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Supramolecular Chemistry Across Interfaces: From Molecules to Materials and BiologyCall for poster presentations on supramolecular chemistry |
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The Chemistry of a Startup: Mixing Science, Law, and StrategyThe ACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses (SCHB) invites abstracts for a half-day symposium, “Chemistry of a Startup: Mixing Science, Law, and Strategy,” focused on the entrepreneurial e… Read More
The ACS Division of Small Chemical Businesses (SCHB) invites abstracts for a half-day symposium, “Chemistry of a Startup: Mixing Science, Law, and Strategy,” focused on the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Central Region. The session will feature case studies and practical insights from startup founders, tech transfer professionals, legal and IP experts, and investors, covering topics from lab-to-launch challenges and IP strategy to company formation and investment readiness. The goal is to provide a clear, practical roadmap for young faculty, post-docs, and students, highlighting lessons learned and regional opportunities within the chemical industry.
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