Wayne E. Jones Jr. has been re-elected as chair of the board of directors of the American Chemical Society (ACS).

In this chapter, we will describe the components, operating principles, and safety considerations for various types of batteries. We will also describe the environmental impacts of their production ...

To provide funding for a multi-day forum/conference that contributes to the resolution of global sustainability issues. The goal of the Gii program is to foster creative solutions and stimulate ...

Imagine living in Los Angeles in the early 1940s—a fast growing metropolis with endless sunshine, Hollywood celebrities, suburban havens, and fancy cars. Then, imagine waking up one day, and the sun ...

In lab experiments, researchers reporting in ACS Nano determined that coating rice seedlings with magnesium-doped carbon dots ...

Download the Discovery Report Download the Discovery Report from the 2022 Zero Hunger Summit This ACS-hosted international Summit explored how the chemical sciences—and engineering research and ...

Fiber optics are a means of transmitting information at incredibly high speeds; however, the technology can be used for more than just providing a fast internet connection. Researchers reporting in ...

To better care for delicate marine artifacts, researchers in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering developed a new hydrogel ...

Through a partnership with a nearby university, the middle schoolers collected and analyzed environmental samples to find new antibiotic candidates.

Thinking about college? As you consider which college or university you would like to attend, you’ll probably consider the institution’s reputation, location, cost, and even the vibe you get when you ...

Isoamyl nitrite (aka isopentyl nitrite or, incorrectly, amyl nitrite) is an alkyl nitrite ester that has several uses in medicine and chemical synthesis. The term “amyl nitrite” is also used to denote ...