First Time Attendees
Get ready for a whirlwind of chemistry sessions, networking events, fun games and expo swag!
First-Time Attendee Orientation
Attend our first-time attendee orientation online or in-person to learn valuable tips and insights for navigating your meeting experience.
Online:听Friday, August 8, 2:30 - 3:30 PM ET, Registration required
In-Person:听Sunday, August 24, 1:00 PM ET, Ballroom A/B, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Registration details for the online webinar will be coming soon.
Tips for a successful meeting
Expand your horizons
Choose from thousands of sessions from 30+ ACS Divisions, allowing you to explore beyond your area of concentration in chemistry.
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Take a break and explore
Experience the lighter side of ACS Meetings. Visit the expo hall to connect with industry exhibitors, experience cutting-edge innovations at the expo theater, and attend product pitch lab presentations.
Talk about science and make lifelong connections
Take advantage of opportunities to connect with scientists from all over the world during the ACS Connect Happy Hour and other networking events.
Make the most of the meeting experience with content for all
Take advantage of key sessions that focus on late-breaking topics from prominent speakers, live workshops, panel discussions, and more.
Know before you go
Registration & Membership
Meeting registration fees vary depending on membership type and career stage. ACS members with the Premium Package get a discount of up to $400 on meeting registration.
If you decide to become a member after you register for the meeting, you can still receive the discounted registration rate by becoming a member onsite. Visit the Member Services desk for assistance in joining, then the Registration desk (next to Member Services) to receive a refund equal to what you would have saved by registering as a member.
When you register for the meeting, you can add courses and workshops, usually for an extra fee. If you don't add them during registration, you can still do so through the听.
Atom Cafe Registration Upgrade
You can elevate your ACS Fall 2025 experience with a budget-friendly upgrade. Add the Atom Caf茅 to your registration for just $149 and enjoy:
- Convenience: Savor hearty snacks and beverages throughout the day.
- A Quiet Space: Whether you need to work or simply relax, our dedicated area in the Expo Hall offers the perfect environment from Monday to Wednesday during Expo hours.
Special access credentials will be provided at registration. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your time at the Fall 2025 Meeting even more enjoyable and productive!
To modify your registration and pay the additional fees, contact the ACS Registration Call Center, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (ET) at 508-743-0192 or email acs@maritz.com
Mobile App
Before the meeting begins, we encourage in-person meeting attendees to download the ACS Meetings & Events Mobile App for quick access to the meeting program to build your onsite schedule, search for exhibitors, and navigate using the maps feature.
More information about the mobile app will be coming soon.
Certificates of Attendance & Presentation
Certificates of Attendance will be immediately available online after completing the ACS Fall 2025 Meeting Survey. A link to the certificate will be provided in your survey confirmation with further instructions. Attendees who complete an ACS Fall 2025 Meeting survey onsite will be eligible to receive a free ACS Fall 2025 t-shirt at the ACS Info Booth located in West Salon GHI. T-shirt supplies are limited.听 Your feedback is valuable!
Presenter Certificates will be issued digitally via email from ACS Meeting Programming Support (maps@acs.org) within 6-8 weeks from the conclusion of ACS Fall 2025.听
Pick up your badge
Check out where you can check in. If you don't receive your badge in the mail, you can pick it up at multiple locations at the venue, including the airport.
Find your way around
Download maps of the venue, the hotel locations and shuttle bus schedule.
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Shuttle Map (PDF) - Coming Soon
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Find help onsite
Friendly ACS representatives will be available around the conference center, the member lounge and the ACS information booth.
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Get Support
Talk to our Meetings team
Contacts for registration, hotel, presenter support or any other questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Access helpful tips to get the most out of ACS Meetings.
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