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Celebrating ACS150 Chemistry is Everything "Chemistry is everything, but when disciplines meet, it becomes limitless." Carson's headshot Carson Bruns Associate Professor, University of Colorado Boulder/Co-Founder, President & Chief Scientific Officer, HYPRSKN Inc. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo #ACS150 American Chemical Society

Carson Bruns combines the beauty of art and the innovation of chemistry to create smart tattoos. His interdisciplinary work shows how curiosity and passion for science can lead to impactful applications.

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Why Interdisciplinary Research is Important - Jennifer Doudna Jennifer Doudna, Ph.D., shares her excitement with doing interdisciplinary research – and how it helped her win the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. She will deliver an address at ACS Spring 2026 as she…

Solving today's global challenges with science requires collaborative solutions. For Priestley Medalist and 2020 Nobel Prize winner Dr. Jennifer Doudna, chemistry is a strong foundation for any interdisciplinary work. Hear her speak at ACS Spring 2026 — register today! #ACS150

Under this agreement, ACS and IEEE will explore opportunities for shared expertise, co‑created programming, and new ways to support innovation across chemistry, engineering, and technology.

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Press release: ACS and IEEE partner to advance STEM

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ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science Meet us at the intersection of science and policy over 8 weeks as we dive in to how science and policy interact in the United States and answer questions, like: -How does ACS engage with policy? -What is the Congressional Chemistry Caucus? -And, what can I do to help achieve a world built on science?

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ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science The text reads: ‘research projects. This risks blank’ and beneath the blank is the prompt ‘Prominent national policy goal.’ The text continues: ‘and blank,’ with the prompt ‘Pick another’ beneath it. Next line: ‘I blank,’ with the prompt ‘Urge/ask/implore.’ The next line reads: ‘blank to prioritize science & technology funding as the appropriations process continues,’ with the prompt ‘Senators X and Y, and Representative Z.’ The final line reads: ‘and to blank strong funding levels to protect the future of science in the final bill,’ with the prompt ‘Push for/support/include.’

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ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support ScienceThe text reads: ‘Science funding is critical to blank,’ with the prompt ‘Ensuring/Protecting/Safeguarding/Bolstering.’ The next line reads: ‘blank,’ with the prompt ‘National policy goal from previous paragraph.’ The text continues: ‘The cuts to federal research have caused blank,’ with the prompt ‘Impact of funding cuts on your project—share numbers!,’ followed by: ‘delaying our progress and blank,’ with the prompt ‘Impact on daily life if your research/work cannot be completed.’ The text continues: ‘In addition, the blank,’ with the prompt ‘Talent pipeline/STEMM workforce/Other key jobs metric,’ ‘will be disrupted if the federal government continues to pull funding from crucial

Speaking Simply with Congress Part 2
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The text says: ‘Hello! My name is blank,’ with the prompt ‘Name,’ ‘and I work at blank,’ with the prompt ‘Institution,’ ‘in blank,’ with the prompt ‘State, District.’ Next line: ‘doing research in blank,’ with the prompt ‘General subject, less than 5 words.’ The text continues: ‘My research is funded through blank,’ with the prompt ‘Agency.’ The next line reads: ‘This grant supports blank,’ with the prompt ‘Number of students/Size of lab/Materials,’ ‘as we work to blank,’ with the prompt ‘10 words on the high‑level potential outcome of your research/work.’”

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ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science Science doesn't speak for itself - but you can speak for science Swipe to practice.

Science doesn't speak for itself — but you can speak for science.
Join us over the next 8 weeks to learn more about the science-policy ecosystem and how you can advocate for science.
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#DYK ACS turns 150 this year? This video is part of a yearlong series shaped by the American Chemical Society’s (ACS) enduring core values — passion for science, inclusion and belonging, lifelong learning, and sustainability — featuring ACS members from around the world.
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Meet Carson Bruns, Ph.D. — a true interdisciplinary scientist. Dr. Bruns is an artist with a penchant for tattoos AND an organic chemist & nanoengineer. Bridging these two passions has helped him create incredible new biosensor inks for smart tattoos that can be turned on and off by light.
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C&EN Magazine: Jennifer Doudna’s journey from student to scientist and mentor

This week in the C&EN magazine: Jennifer Doudna’s journey from student to scientist and mentor + Antiviral nasal sprays + What science should learn from the Epstein files, and more: cen.acs.org/magazine/104...

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Celebrating ACS150 Chemistry is Everything Heleen's Headshot "Without chemistry, we would not understand the essence of life itself." Heleen Fatah ACS Chemistry for Life Log #ACS150 American Chemical Society

To Heleen Fatah, chemistry is essential.

“Chemistry is the foundation of everything that exists around us. It shapes our world and defines our lives in ways we often take for granted,” she says.

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And now, researchers publishing in ACS Earth and Space Chemistry are looking to do something very similar by testing how simulated lunar or Martian regolith reacted with a recycled solution of artificial sewage. 

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A desert-like landscape on the surface of Mars. 

The surface of Mars or the moon is famously tough for growing stuff. One science fiction astronaut/botanist who was abandoned on Mars solved this problem by recycling nutrient-dense material left behind by his fellow astronauts. (Hint: 💩)  [1/2]

A world built on science starts with you. Learn how ACS advocates for science and the people who make it possible - and how you can do it too. Join us in supporting a world built on science. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

A world built on science starts with you.

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Driving progress backed by science. ACS advocates for evidence-based decisions in government and beyond. When science leads, society thrives - and your expertise makes that possible. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

Driving progress backed by science.
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Supporting science for a healthier planet. From clean energy to green chemistry. ACS advocates for solutions that protect our environment and future generations. Together, we shift sustainability from being a buzzword to a shared responsibility. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

Supporting science for a heathier planet.
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Accelerating our innovation engine. ACS champions policies that invigorate discovery and advance breakthroughs in research and technology. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

Accelerating our innovation engine.
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Championing STEM education & supporting the scientific workforce. Passion for science starts early - that's why ACS advocates for inclusive, high-quality, accessible STEM education. The scientific workforce transforms passion into progress, and ACS supports lifelong learning and opportunities for the scientific workforce, who are creating the future one day at time. ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

Championing STEM education & supporting the scientific workforce.
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Science shapes policy. Policy shapes the future. Your voice matters. ACS advocates for scientists like you - driving change through four key priorities. Ready to see where you fit in? ACS Chemistry for Life Logo American Chemical Society Support Science

Learn more about how ACS advocates for scientists in Washington, DC and how you can advocate for your science wherever you are.
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What does chemistry mean to you? Click the link to share your thoughts: buff.ly/bupXozF #ACS150
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"Chemistry has not only taught me patience, perseverance, and the importance of precision, but also it has reminded me that science is the heart of progress: built on shared experiences, mentorship, and the drive to understand the world around us,” he says.
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Celebrating ACS150 Chemistry is Everything Victor headshot "Chemistry is a story of connection between molecules, ideas, and people. It is a discipline that invites us to ask deeper questions, challenge assumptions, and keep learning throughout our lives." Victor Chibuzor Johnson

To Victor, chemistry provides great lifelong lessons.
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Celebrating ACS150 Thanks for swiping! Explore the ACS Reviewer Lab ACS Chemistry for Life Logo #ACS150 American Chemical Society

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Top 5 Tips for Reviewers Be upfront about conflicts of interests Keep it professional and respectful Focus on the research, not the grammar Be careful, analytical, and balanced Respect confidentiality Swipe ACS Chemistry for Life Logo #ACS150 American Chemical Society

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Editors evaluate: Top portion of slide Scientific quality Clarity Relevance and potential impact Reviewer feedback Swipe ACS Chemistry for Life Logo #ACS150 American Chemical Society

How editors make decisions
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Peer Review Process 1. Submit: The author submits the manuscript, and the journal checks whether it meets basic submission criteria. 2. Editorial Check: An editor is assigned and decides whether the manuscript should move forward to peer review. 3. Deep Dive: Selected reviewers evaluate the manuscript’s original chemical insight. 4. Decision: The editor weighs reviewer feedback and makes a final decision: accept, revise, transfer, or reject. Swipe ACS Chemistry for Life Logo #ACS150 American Chemical Society

Peer Review Process
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