Call for abstracts and award nominations for CERM 2026
Cincinnati, OH – The Central Regional Meeting 2026 (CERM 2026) of the American Chemical Society will be held at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center in Covington, KY, from November 14–17, 2026, with technical sessions taking place November 15–17 and short courses on November 14. This year’s theme, “Chemistry Beyond Boundaries: Building Trust, Breaking Myths,” highlights the critical role of chemistry in addressing global challenges while fostering transparency, collaboration, and trust across disciplines and communities. Join ACS for dynamic technical sessions, engaging poster presentations, and meaningful opportunities to connect with fellow chemists across academia, industry, and government.
CERM 2026 welcomes abstract submissions across a broad range of chemistry disciplines, with programming spanning more than 25 technical symposia and a dedicated poster session designed to promote collaboration and scientific exchange. The meeting will feature distinguished plenary and keynote speakers, including Omar K. Farha (Northwestern University), Jie Xu (University of Chicago), Mickey Rogers (U.S. Department of Energy), and Paul S. Weiss (UCLA), representing cutting-edge research in sustainability, AI-driven chemistry, science communication, and nanoscience. The awards banquet will feature a talk from Sam Dinkins (Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission).
The deadline to submit an abstract is Monday, August 10, 2026.
Call for Award Nominations
The ACS prides itself on honoring the great people among us. From achievements made by those in a lifelong career of chemical research, to those who pass on their knowledge and understanding to the next generations, the ACS recognizes outstanding chemists to thank them for their devoted service to our field.
Stanley C. Israel Regional Award for Advancing Diversity in the Chemical Sciences recognizes individuals and/or institutions that have advanced diversity in the chemical sciences and significantly stimulated or fostered activities that promote inclusiveness within the region. Deadline: August 1
The ACS Division of Chemical Education (CHED) Central Region Award for Excellence in High School Teaching recognizes, encourages, and stimulates outstanding teachers of high school chemistry in the central region. Deadline: August 1
E. Ann Nalley Award for Volunteer Service to the American Chemical Society recognizes the volunteer efforts of individuals who have served the American Chemical Society, contributing significantly to the goals and objectives of the Society through their regional activities. Deadline: August 1
Regional Industrial Innovation Award celebrates successful innovations of industrial chemists and chemical engineers that contribute to the health of their local and regional economy and the corporate leadership for its advancement of a healthy economy. Deadline: August 1