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The Tampa Bay Section of the American Chemical Society (section # 406) was established in 1994. We promote public awareness of chemistry by being involved in outreach programs in our community and work with students to encourage an interest in the chemical science arena.
Our membership is encompasses the Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee and Sarasota counties with 700+ members. The American Chemical Society (ACS) is one of the largest professional organizations that represent the chemical industry. The ACS supports 160,000+ members globally, publishing its weekly C&EN magazine and up-to-date scientific journals. |
Announcements
ACS Spring 2023 Meeting
This years American Chemical Society National Spring Meeting took place on March 26th to the 30th in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our very own TB-ACS executive board members Tony Pham, Kimberly Fields, and Marie Bourgeois were also in attendance! We would like to highlight Chloe Starkey, a student at the University of South Florida, for attending and presenting at this meeting. Great job, Chloe!
For Students residing in Tampa Bay who presented at this meeting, ACS Tampa Bay chapter will be assisting students in paying for their registration fee. Students that would like this assistance will need to fill out this Qualtrics form with the required documents and information:
https://usf.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8k5I26MWS7QiYsK?jfefe=new
This years American Chemical Society National Spring Meeting took place on March 26th to the 30th in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our very own TB-ACS executive board members Tony Pham, Kimberly Fields, and Marie Bourgeois were also in attendance! We would like to highlight Chloe Starkey, a student at the University of South Florida, for attending and presenting at this meeting. Great job, Chloe!
For Students residing in Tampa Bay who presented at this meeting, ACS Tampa Bay chapter will be assisting students in paying for their registration fee. Students that would like this assistance will need to fill out this Qualtrics form with the required documents and information:
https://usf.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8k5I26MWS7QiYsK?jfefe=new
Upcoming Events
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day (CCED) will be celebrated from April 16th - 23rd with the theme of "The Curious Chemistry of Amazing Algae." Tampa Bay ACS Chapter will be at Tampa Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) on Saturday, April 15th from 10am to 2pm with an alginate gummy worm activity for the community to spark a love for science in young chemists. Furthermore, we will be performing this activity in local classrooms in the Tampa Bay area to show students the fun in chemistry!
Younger Chemists Committee (YCC)
To enter the illustrated poem contest, students must submit their illustrated poems directly to Crystal Saut (our local section CCED coordinator) by Sunday, April 24 by 11:59 PM ET.
For the rules, please check our newsletter.
Chemists Celebrate Earth Day (CCED) will be celebrated from April 16th - 23rd with the theme of "The Curious Chemistry of Amazing Algae." Tampa Bay ACS Chapter will be at Tampa Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) on Saturday, April 15th from 10am to 2pm with an alginate gummy worm activity for the community to spark a love for science in young chemists. Furthermore, we will be performing this activity in local classrooms in the Tampa Bay area to show students the fun in chemistry!
Younger Chemists Committee (YCC)
- ACS Industry Day
- USF chemistry students will be participating in an "ACS Industry Day" by taking a trip to Shimadzu Scientific Instruments. With the help of Christian Tang and Julianna Dunbar, the students will engage in hands-on experiences and increase their knowledge on applications and market use for the instruments. If you or any member from the industry is interested in showcasing such an event in your company, please email Christie Tang at ctang3@usf.edu.
To enter the illustrated poem contest, students must submit their illustrated poems directly to Crystal Saut (our local section CCED coordinator) by Sunday, April 24 by 11:59 PM ET.
For the rules, please check our newsletter.
Past Events
Castle Conference
The Raymond N. Castle student research conference is a great opportunity for young scientists to present their research and gain valuable knowledge and communication skills. This year the USF Castle Conference was held on March 4th, 2023 at the University of South Florida, Tampa Campus and had great attendance. This year the Tampa Bay ACS chapter sponsored a tasty lunch from Jersey Mikes for all those in attendance!
We would like to highlight those participants that placed 1st in their respective categories:
Research Talk Sessions: Dianna Kim
Briley Humphrey
Ali Amy
Julian Melendez
Paul Orndorf.
Graduate Student Poster Session: Sihao Li
Undergraduate Student Poster Session: Nickolas Schoenberger
Congratulations!
ACS Senior Chemists Tesla Event
On Monday, February 13th, our very own Russell Odland organized an event at a Tesla showroom to learn about Electric Vehicles (EVs). At this private event, the attendees were able to ask a variety of questions and get answers on the distance and cost difference compared to a regular gas-powered car.
The Raymond N. Castle student research conference is a great opportunity for young scientists to present their research and gain valuable knowledge and communication skills. This year the USF Castle Conference was held on March 4th, 2023 at the University of South Florida, Tampa Campus and had great attendance. This year the Tampa Bay ACS chapter sponsored a tasty lunch from Jersey Mikes for all those in attendance!
We would like to highlight those participants that placed 1st in their respective categories:
Research Talk Sessions: Dianna Kim
Briley Humphrey
Ali Amy
Julian Melendez
Paul Orndorf.
Graduate Student Poster Session: Sihao Li
Undergraduate Student Poster Session: Nickolas Schoenberger
Congratulations!
ACS Senior Chemists Tesla Event
On Monday, February 13th, our very own Russell Odland organized an event at a Tesla showroom to learn about Electric Vehicles (EVs). At this private event, the attendees were able to ask a variety of questions and get answers on the distance and cost difference compared to a regular gas-powered car.