American Chemical Society

The American Chemical Society is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. With over 150,000 members, ACS is recognized as the world’s largest scientific society and a leading provider of authoritative scientific information. ACS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the field of chemistry and its applications for the benefit of society. ACS serves professionals at all degree levels and in all fields of the chemical sciences. They offer a wide range of products and services, including numerous scientific journals and databases, major research conferences, and educational, science policy, and career programs. The organization also provides significant financial support through grants for research in petroleum and related fields, allocating over $22 million annually. As a dynamic and visionary organization, ACS is committed to improving lives through the transformative power of chemistry. They strive to educate and communicate the importance of chemistry to policymakers and the general public. Their mission is to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and all its people. For more information, visit ACS online at acs.org.