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Monday, August 18 │�8:00 AM � 12:00 PM ET

Materials for Clean Energy Technology 

More information to come.

Monday, August 18 │�8:00 AM � 12:00 PM ET

3D Printing and Self-healing Polymers: Responsive Polymers  

This event will feature a series of presentations, a panel discussion about possibilities of combining 3D printing with self-healing polymers, and an interactive poster session.

Monday, August 18 │�8:00 AM � 12:30 PM ET

Exploring the Role of Quantum Computing in Advancing Drug Discovery  

Researchers are now able to tackle more complex problems and chemical applications using computational and theoretical methods. Quantum computing offers promise to transform how we address difficult questions posed in chemistry due to its higher levels of efficiency and accuracy. Novel algorithms and the increasing ability to perform more complex and lower cost quantum mechanical (QM) calculations due to computer hardware advances have enabled the application of QM based structure-based drug design and the successful emergence of QM/MM and QM based machine learning methods (QML). From aiding in drug design to predicting interactions between proposed drugs and their targets, quantum computing has revolutionized the way chemists are advancing drug development. In celebration of UNESCO’s International Year of Quantum, this interdisciplinary session aims to bring together researchers from industry, academia, government and other backgrounds, to share their expertise and experience applying quantum computing to fuel advancements in the drug discovery field and propose strategies for addressing existing challenges. 

Monday, August 18 � 1:30 PM � 5:30 PM  ET (Tentative)

C&EN’s Talented 12 Symposium  

Join us at the Talented 12 Symposium at ACS Fall 2025 in Washington, DC, where this year’s class of rising stars in chemistry will take the stage to share their groundbreaking work. These early-career scientists from industry, academia, and government—featured in C&EN’s annual Talented 12 issue—will deliver dynamic, TED-style talks spanning the frontiers of the chemical sciences. 

Monday, August 18 � 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

Water-Soluble Polymers: From Foundational Science to Finished Products  

Water-soluble polymers play a vital role across diverse industries, including food and beverage, personal care, and household care. The effective design of these polymers necessitates a comprehensive understanding of their molecular structure, synthesis methods, characterization, and properties. This session will explore the foundational science underpinning water-soluble polymer development, the translation of this knowledge into practical polymer design and industrial applications, and the integration of these materials into consumer products. 

Monday, August 18 � 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

Good Health and Wellbeing  

The ACS Office of Sustainability has organized this engaging session in alignment with the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals #3. This session will bring together researchers focused on reducing the environmental and health impacts of medicines and commercial chemicals, working toward a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Experts from industry will explore the current and future frontiers of producing medicines with minimal environmental footprints, identifying the fundamental research areas that will drive innovations in this field. Additionally, an interactive poster session and reception celebrating the 20th anniversary of the ACS Green Chemistry Institute Pharmaceutical Roundtables will be enjoyed. 

Tuesday, August 19 � 8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

Circular Water Economy  

The global demand for freshwater continues to rise due to economic growth and urbanization, while available freshwater supplies are increasingly limited, resulting in heightened water stress worldwide. The current linear water economy mostly operates on a single-use model, where water is used once and then discarded, leading to significant consumptions of energy and supplies to remove contaminants from wastewater, while simultaneously flushing away valuable resources. A circular water economy vision is proposed to selectively recover useful resources in wastewater such as critical minerals, nutrients, organics, and freshwater while removing key contaminants such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and microplastics to improve the energy efficiency of the entire water cycle, relieve the supply chain shortage of critical materials, and enable cost-effective fit-for-purpose water reuse. 

Join us for this one-day symposium, collaborative symposium designed to foster partnerships and drive meaningful connections across multiple dimensions of the circular water economy. This symposium will explore cutting-edge research, development, and translation (RD&T) on the selective separation, detection, and recovery of critical resources/contaminants from various water sources as well as potential challenges and opportunities currently present in the field. 

Tuesday, August 19 � 8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM ET

Rock Stars of Regenerative Engineering  

The annual Rock Stars of Regenerative Engineering Symposium brings together world-renowned engineers, scientists, and industry leaders to discuss the convergence of advanced materials sciences, stem cell science, physics, developmental biology, and clinical translation to regenerate complex tissues and organ systems. The afternoon session will wrap up with a poster competition with special prizes to be revealed.  

Tuesday, August 19 � 8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM ET

CME-NASA: Elevating Polymer Chemistry to New Heights-Polymers for Future Space Missions  

This event, a collaboration between Chemical Marketing & Economics, Inc. (CME), NASA, and ACS, focused on advancing sustainable innovation in the chemical sciences to support human space exploration and address global challenges. The symposium is selected by ACS President as a president recommended event, underscoring its importance in fostering collaboration and driving progress in the chemical sciences. 

Wednesday, August 20 � 8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

MEDI First Time Disclosures: Breakthroughs on New Medicines  

The highly anticipated session that chronicles the journey of a molecule from discovery on the bench to its progression into clinical trials. This session emphasizes the challenges and successes medicinal chemists face every day and reminds us of the tremendous impact our efforts can bring! The Future Pharma Innovators program will have an integrated poster session at the end of this session. There will be a reception celebrating the Pharma community, programming for Fall 25, and the Future Pharma Innovators!  

Wednesday, August 20 │�8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

75th Anniversary National Science Foundation  

These sessions present the impact of NSF support on individual careers and scientific advancement. Across various disciplines, the speakers emphasize how NSF funding has been a crucial catalyst for personal and professional growth, enabling researchers and educators to pursue innovative projects, cultivate interdisciplinary collaborations, and contribute to the national need for scientific progress. The stories highlight the NSF’s role in empowering education, shaping research approaches, supporting long-term investments in career development, and providing opportunities for both students and professionals in diverse fields. 

Wednesday, August 20 │�8:00 AM � 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

Transforming Chemistry Practices for Sustainability and Safety  

The rapid advancements in chemistry are driven by increased collaboration across different fields, enhanced computational techniques, and improved communication methods. This momentum necessitates transformative measures to minimize adverse impacts on human health and the environment. Chemistry curricula must integrate safety and sustainability principles, ensuring that future chemists prioritize these aspects. As the field evolves, prioritizing sustainability and safety is crucial to ensure that advancements benefit human health and the environment. By embracing these measures, the US chemical industry can maintain its competitive edge while contributing to global efforts for a sustainable future. Among expert speakers that have revolutionized the fields of green chemistry and chemical safety, this session will include an interactive round-table discussion to encourage idea generation and collaboration. 

Wednesday, August 20 � 2:00 PM � 6:00 PM  ET

Resources and Innovations for Energy Security  

There are many contributors impacting the current state of climate change, but some of the biggest culprits are the industrial and infrastructure dependence on natural resources. This session will be broken into two sections focusing on breakthroughs to secure and implement advanced energy resources. Discussions on the frontiers of hydrogen and geothermal energy research will be followed by robust discourse on how energy security can be achieved through critical resource extraction and energy transition mechanisms. Both sections will include talks and engaging panel discussions from top researchers in the field. The intention of this session is to spark idea generation and collaboration to address the interdisciplinary dilemma of alternative solutions through advanced energy resources.   

Thursdsay, August 21 � 8:00 AM � 12:00 PM ET

Frontiers of Infectious Diseases Utilizing Macrocycles and Peptides  

This session will discuss the challenges and advancements in current age drug discovery to combat infectious diseases. A particular focus on macrocycles and peptides will be discussed to reveal how these ‘hot topic� biomolecules are revolutionizing the field.