Vol. 77, No. 5, June, 2026
- Nominate Our New Officers! 30 April 2026
Nomination season is upon us once more!
If you know someone, or you are someone, who would be a good fit for our elective offices, this is your chance to propose their name(s). Yes, you can even nominate yourself. If you are not self-nominating, it would be prudent to check with your nominee(s) to be sure they are willing to stand for election. There is no requirement of previous non-elective service to the Section, only a desire to get involved. Nominees must be members of national ACS and of the Saint Louis Section, but nominators do not have to be. You can get an idea of the responsibilities for each office from the Job Manual.
Please submit your suggestions by June 15th. The election will be in October for terms of office that begin on January 1, 2027.
You may nominate officers below:
- ACS St. Louis Section Recognition Night – May 20, 2026 30 April 2026
The St. Louis Section of the American Chemical Society is pleased to invite members and friends to Recognition Night 2026, an annual celebration honoring service, leadership, and outstanding contributions to chemistry and the local scientific community.
The event will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Glen Echo Country Club in Glendale, Missouri. The evening will begin with networking at 6:00 PM, followed by dinner and the awards program at 6:30 PM.
Recognition Night will honor past chairs of the St. Louis Section, members commemorating milestone years of service, and recipients of section awards recognizing excellence and impact. The program will feature formal remarks and award presentation to 2026 Chemical Technology Award Winner, followed by closing reflections from section leadership.
Dinner will include a Glen Echo buffet with Mahi Mahi or Seared Sirloin, accompanied by chef-selected sides, assorted desserts, and coffee, tea, and water. A vegetarian option will be available upon request. A cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Milestone year service honorees and award winners will be hosted to a complimentary dinner. Additional dinners are available for $40 to allow family and friends to share at the event. This can be paid via PayPal before the event (use email STLACStreas@gmail.com) or via alternate arrangements at the event if necessary.
RSVP is required.
Please respond by emailing chair@stlacs.org or texting to 3142622453.We encourage all section members to attend and join us in celebrating the individuals who help make the ACS St. Louis Section a vibrant and engaged scientific community
- ACS Analytical Summit June 26th! 3 May 2026
Join Us for a Day of Science, Collaboration & Inspiration while Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the American Chemical Society. The event will feature presentations from leading academics and industry professionals, as well as vendor booths. Space is limited. The event is Free.
The event is generously sponsored by the ACS St. Louis Section and Bayer Crop Science.
Event Details:
- Where: Bayer Crop Science – Chesterfield Site: 700 Chesterfield Parkway W, Chesterfield, MO
- When: June 26th 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
You may register here or use the QR code on your phone below:
For any questions contact cheng.zhang1@bayer.com
We hope you can make it!
- Sci-Mix Report from UMSL 3 May 2026
On April 6th, the American Chemical Society (ACS) marked its 150th anniversary, and the St. Louis Section launched its local festivities at the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL). The celebration continued with the successful Sci-Mix event at UMSL on April 28. Here, we share the key outcomes and memorable moments.
Highlights from Sci-Mix at UMSL – April 28
The St. Louis Section of ACS, in partnership with the API Innovation Center (APIIC) and UMSL’s Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, invited participants to an evening focused on scientific dialogue, networking, and community engagement in the Science Learning Building at UMSL.
Event program and participation: The program featured opening remarks from Dr. Eden Tesfu (ACS St. Louis Chair) and UMSL/APIIC hosts, setting the stage for an engaging poster session and networking activities.
Poster session: Students and researchers showcased their projects, encouraging technical conversations and fostering collaborations between academic and industry participants.
Facility tours: Attendees explored Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Innovation Center (APIIC) laboratories and UMSL spaces within the Science Learning Building, including instructional labs and the NMR facility.
Career conversations: Graduate students participated in a roundtable featuring experts from academia, government, and industry, discussing various career opportunities and pathways.
The event was made possible by the support of Dr. Christopher Spilling, Dr. Keith J. Stine, and Dr. Brian Doty, APIIC. Special thanks to Dr. Bich Vu, APIIC and the UMSL Graduate Chemist Club leadership team—Taiwo Adeniji, Naila Haroon, Sri Harsha Mamillapalli—for coordinating logistics and activities. We also appreciate Elizabeth Bergman’s leadership and contributions to the event’s success.
The spirit of collaboration and enthusiasm throughout the evening underscored the vibrancy of St. Louis’s chemistry community, providing a strong foundation for the ACS 150th anniversary celebrations. We look forward to carrying this energy forward through upcoming events and ongoing partnerships with academic and industry colleagues.
The ACS milestone celebration will continue with Recognition Night (May 20 at Glen Echo), the ACS Analytical Summit (June 26th at Bayer Crop Sciences Chesterfield Site), and the Fall Sci-Mix event (October 21st, location to be determined).
Board of Directors
St Louis Section–ACS Board of Directors meets the second Thursday of each month, usually over Zoom. E-mail chair@stlacs.org for the Zoom link to the next meeting.
Date: June 11th
Join internet meeting at 6:00 pm for social/chit-chat
Business meeting begins at 6:30 pm
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Future meetings: July 9th, August 13th
Maryville University
Seminars are approximately once a month on Thursdays, 4-5 pm. Details are available on the university’s seminar page. All seminars are free and open to the public. Contact Jason Telford for more information.
Saint Louis University
Seminars are generally on Fridays at 12 noon in Carlo Auditorium, Tegeler Hall, unless noted otherwise. Refreshments follow. For the most up-to-date information, refer to the department’s home page and follow the link to the Seminar Schedule.
University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy in St. Louis
The Center for Clinical Pharmacology hosts a monthly seminar series in ARB 212 unless otherwise noted. For the most up to date information refer to the center’s seminar page or contact Jodi Maslin.
University of Missouri–St Louis
Mondays at 4 pm in 451 Benton Hall, unless otherwise specified. Refreshments 15 minutes prior to seminar time. For timely information on visiting seminar speakers, contact the Chemistry Department, 314.516.5311, or visit the seminar schedule. The department has additional seminar series which are also accessible from this page.
Washington University
Seminars are in McMillen 311 at 4 pm unless otherwise noted. For information, consult the departmental events page. Related seminars, including endowed seminar series and the WU med school biochemistry series, are linked here as well.
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