Committee on Public Relations and Communications
What We Do
Mission
Catalyze the communication of chemistry's value to the public
Vision
An inclusive community that understands and appreciates the life-improving impact of chemistry
The American Chemical 中国365bet中文官网 (ACS) Committee on Public Relations and Communications (CPRC) develops and provides resources to catalyze the communication of chemistry to the public by ACS members and communities. CPRC strives to:
- Collaborate with ACS component groups to increase the effectiveness of their communication efforts.
- Celebrate successful practices in public engagement to serve as models and resources.
- Amplify the impact of science communication resources.
Services
CPRC offers multiple services to other ACS components:
- Consultations to enhance websites, newsletters, social media, and more.
- Awards to celebrate exceptional science communication by individuals and local sections
- Programming聽centered on communication at ACS meetings, as well as webinars.
- Amplification of events, opportunities, and resources through ACS communications channels.
If you have questions about any CPRC services,聽please聽contact us.
Who We Are
CPRC is an ACS committee with members, associates, and consultants from academia, government, and industry, as well as liaisons who are dedicated to facilitating work across ACS units. We share a commitment to promote and support effective science communication and to increase public appreciation for the life-improving impact of chemistry.
A message from the 2024 CPRC chair: (C&EN)
A message from the 2023 CPRC chair: (C&EN)
A message from the 2022 CPRC chair: (C&EN)
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If you would like to be considered as a CPRC member, please聽contact us.
Resources
- Request a communication enhancement consultation
- Submission deadlines are March 1 and August 1 each year.
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- (inChemistry)
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Awards
Help inspire excellent science communication by nominating outstanding candidates for these awards:
Contact Us
Email Emily Abbott, CPRC staff liaison, if you have questions or need more information about the Committee on Public Relations and Communications.