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| Title | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Key, O=Oral, P = Poster, I = Invited, C = Contributed | |
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| Topical Symposia: Energy Track | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Hydrocarbons: Exploration, Development, Refining and Processing | O,P,I,C | Prem Bikkana, prem.bikkina@okstate.edu, Dimitrios Papavassiliou, dvpapava@ou.edu, Mike McCabe, mccabe1977mc@sbcglobal.net | An overview and recent advances in the exploration, development, refining, and processing of hydrocarbon resources. |
| Chemical Production from Hydrocarbons | O,P,I,C | Daniel Varnado. daniel.varnado@albemarle.com, Mari Rosen, MSRosen@dow.com | A look at where chemicals come from on the macro scale. |
| Sustainability and Environmental Issues In Hydrocarbon Production | O,P,I,C | Victora Natalie, victoria.natalie@okstate.edu, Bohm, Brian, Brian.Bohm@apachecorp.com, Jamey Jacob, jdjacob@okstate.edu | A consideration of the areas affecting the sustainability and environmental issues in the production of energy. |
| Solar, Fuel, Wind and Future Energy | O,P,I,C | Laura Ford, Laura-Ford@utulsa.edu | An examination of future energy sources and systems from both the laboratory and industrial perspective. |
| Catalysis and Energy: Inextricable Links in the Chain of Progress | O,P,I,C | Jeffery White, jeff.white@okstate.edu, Brad Carrow, bcarrow@central.uh.edu | The symposium will highlight how catalysis continues to impact the economical transformation of hydrocarbons to useful products for consumer and energy use, while also introducing participants to new directions where catalysis can improve overall life-cycle sustainability. These include waste polymer reclamation and upcycling, catalysis for water-rich systems and mixed-phase chemistries including waste biomass, and CO2 conversion. The program seeks to balance industrial and academic perspectives, and provides ample opportunities for student presentations and interactions with experts in catalysis. |
| Topical Symposia: Materials Track | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Design, Synthesis, and Characterization of Functional Polymeric Materials | O,P,I,C | Emily Pentzer, emilypentzer@tamu.edu, Cassandra Callmann, ccallmann@utexas.edu | This symposium will cover the many aspects that advance polymers. From the synthesis of new polymers, to understanding their structure-property relationships, to identify how they can be used in various applications. Contributions will cover both experimental and computational work. |
| Polymer Blends and Composites | O,P,I,C | Brian Grady, bpgrady@ou.edu, Vivek Rohatgi, rohatv@cpchem.com | All aspects of polymer blends and composites are of interest, including thermoplastic, rubber and thermosets. Areas of interest include but are not limited to interfacial treatments or compatibilizers, different filler types, mechanical, electrical, thermal and rheological properties and applications in the aerospace, automotive, pipe/tanks, packaging and electronic industries. |
| Functional Inorganic Materials | O,P,I,C | Bayram Saparov, saparov@ou.edu, Yolanda Vasquez, yolanda.vasquez@okstate.edu, Julia Chan, Julia_Chan@baylor.edu, | This symposium will focus on the preparation and characterization of functional inorganic materials and their incorporation into emerging novel technologies. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to) the synthesis of clusters, nanoparticles, and extended solids. Applications include batteries, photovoltaics, catalysis, drug delivery, and energy storage materials. |
| Sustainability and Recycling of Materials | O,P,I,C | Ranji Vaidynathan, vaidyan@okstate.edu, HN Cheng, hncheng100@gmail.com | This symposium will focus on the green polymer chemistry, physical and chemical recycling, and reuse of polymeric, ceramic and metal materials. |
| Topical Symposia: Biological Track | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Biochemistry: Macromolecular Structure and Function | O,P,I,C | Smita Mohanty, Oklahoma State U., smita.mohanty@okstate.edu. Roberto N. De Guzman, University of Kansas, | This symposium in Biochemistry: Macromolecular Structure and Function will cover research on biomolecules especially biologically important proteins and nucleic acids, their structure and function using various biochemical and biophysical techniques. |
| Computer Simulations of Biochemical Processes: From Quantum to Classical and Back Again | O,P,I,C | Martin McCullagh, martin.mccullagh@okstate.edu. G. Andrés Cisneros, UT Dallas andres@utdallas.edu | Biochemical processes such as ATP hydrolysis or glycolysis are key components of all cellular processes. The molecular-level mechanisms of these processes are key to our chemical understanding, and also present important targets for acceleration or inhibition. Computer simulations of molecular models offer unprecedented insight into these processes. In this symposium, we will explore the depth of biomolecular simulation going on in the Southwest region including, quantum, classical, and hybrid quantum/classical methods. |
| Biotechnology Innovation and Partnerships | O (only), C, I | Charles Rice, rice@ou.edu, Tom Wavering, wavering@ou.edu | The partnerships symposium will encompass initiatives across a unique urban-rural region to foster inclusive access to high-wage career pathways, increase R&D programs and partnerships, and expand critical scientific infrastructure that make our region more conducive to commercialization of high-value innovations. |
| Topical Symposia: Organic./Medicinal Track | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Illicit Fentanyl: A Perfect Storm in Science. | O,P,I,C | Donna Nelson, djnelson@ou.edu, Alli Timmons, Alli.Timmons@osbi.ok.gov | Illicit fentanyl has contributed to the deaths of over 200,000 Americans since 2015, and despite ongoing efforts, continues to claim the lives of nearly 200 Americans every single day. Synthetic opioids (excluding methadone) killed over 70,000 Americans in 2021 alone and is still the number one cause of death among Americans ages 18 to 45. In the US opioid crisis, fatal overdoses are increasing, with fentanyl accounting for nearly 30,000 of the 50,000 deaths involving opioids annually due to high potency, ease of manufacturing, and addition to other illicit drugs without the users’ knowledge. |
| Cope Scholar Symposium: Enabling Approaches to Chemical Synthesis | O,I only | Jimmie Weaver, jimmie.weaver@okstate.edu, Jeremy May, U Houston, may.chem.uh.edu | This is a symposium to honor Prof. Dave Nicewicz who is a 2022 Cope Scholar. |
| Advances in Catalysis for Organic Synthesis | O,I only | Spencer Pitre, spencer.p.pitre@okstate.edu, Daniel Romo, daniel_romo@baylor.edu | This symposium will focus on advancements in chemical methodology that enable synthesis broadly. With a list of exciting academic and industrial speakers, it will be sure to attract many students and other faculty who will come to hear exciting new chemistry. |
| Topical Symposia: Community College/Chem. Ed. Track | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Community College Chemistry Education: Successes and Strategies | O(only),I,C | Tim Pillar-Little, eeitrheim@uco.edu | This symposium will focus on student success and strategies to enhance learning. |
| Generative AI: A Game-Changer for the Future of Learning and Research | O(only),I | Eric Eitrheim, eeitrheim@uco.edu, Matt Czapala, mczapla@rose.edu | This symposium will consider different aspects of artificial intelligence (AI) on learning and research in the future. |
| Lessons and Inspiration from the History of Chemistry | O(only), I, C | Nicolay V. Tsarevsky, nvt@smu.edu, Christine Hahn, Christine.Hahn@tamuk.edu | The symposium will consist of papers dealing with important discoveries in all fields of chemistry, and the stories and contributions of the scientists who made them. Papers that cover any aspect of the history of chemistry, including its value in chemical education and popularization of science, or its relevance to art or everyday life, are welcome. |
| Special Symposia | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Diversity in Chemistry and STEM | O,P,I,C | Kayunta Johnson-Winters, kayunta@uta.edu, Mario Borunda, mario.borunda@okstate.edu | This symposium will offer a focus on the successes, challenges, and scientific advancements in chemistry and STEM in diverse communities. It will also include success stories from these communities. |
| Best Practices for Successful Small Chemical Businesses | O,P,I,C | Greg Garrison, garrison@oftesting.com, Dennis Smith, dsmith@chemistry.msstate.edu | Case studies and true success stories of startup, growth, and management of small chemical businesses. |
| Lessons and Inspiration from the History of Chemistry | O (only), I,C | Nicolay V. Tsarevsky, nvt@smu.edu, Christine Hahn, Christine.Hahn@tamuk.edu | The symposium will consist of papers dealing with important discoveries in all fields of chemistry, and the stories and contributions of the scientists who made them. Papers that cover any aspect of the history of chemistry, including its value in chemical education and popularization of science, or its relevance to art or everyday life, are welcome. |
| Innovative Ways to Convey the Value of Chemistry to the Public | O,P,I,C | HN Cheng, hncheng100@gmail.com, Scott Goode, Goode@sc.edu | Chemists and chemical engineers are doing very interesting work that has high impact to the society, but yet the public is often unaware of the value of chemistry. … |
| Special Meeting Lectures | O(only) | Frank Blum, fblum@okstate.edu | Special meeting lectures in the targeted areas of the meeting at differnet times |
| General Contimuing Symposia | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Research in Organic Chemistry Education | O,P,I,C | Donna Nelson, djnelson@ou.edu, Ann Nalley, annn@cameron.edu | Research on and practice in all aspects of teaching and learning in organic chemistry |
| Evidence Based Pedagogies/General Chemistry (Poster: Chem. Ed. General) | O,P,I,C | Jacinta M. Mutambuki, jacinta.mutambuki@okstate.edu, | This symposium will feature presentations on evidence-based instructional practices and general papers focused on General Chemistry. |
| Analytical, General | O,P,I,C | Sanjeewa Gamagedara, sgamagedara@uco.edu | General Call for oral presentations in the area of analytical chemistry |
| Biochemistry, General | O,P,I,C | TBD | General Call for oral presentations in the area of biochemistry |
| Inorganic, General | O,P,I,C | Laleh Tahsini, tahsini@okstate.edu, Reza Latifi, reza.latifi@okstate.edu | General Call for oral presentations in the area of inorganic chemistry |
| Materials/Polymer, General | O,P,I,C | Ram Gupta, rgupta@pittstate.edu, Nathan Green, green66@nsuok.edu | General Call for oral presentations in the area of materials and polymer chemistry |
| Organic, General | O,P,I,C | Bob Kane, Bob_Kane@baylor.edu | General Call for oral presentations in the area of organic chemistry |
| Physical, General | O,P,I,C | Elijah Schnitzler, elijah.schnitzler@okstate.edu, Yihan Shao, yihan.shao@ou.edu | General Call for oral presentations in the area of physical chemistry |
| Special Programs and Workshops | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Undergraduate Poster Session | P,I,C | Tim Smith, tsmith@se.edu | General Call for poster presentations of research conducted by undergraduate students. (Friday) |
| Senior Chem Lecture and Breakfast (Ticketed) | Ticketed | Mike Ferguson <jferguson@uco.edu> | Invited Speaker: Arianne C. Hunter, Ph.D., NSF Postdoctoral Fellow, Cal Tech |
| Women Chemists Committee Lecture and Lunch (Ticketed) | Ticketed | Smita Mohanty, Oklahoma State U., smita.mohanty@okstate.edu | Invited Speaker: Dr. Kara Bren, Richard S. Eisenberg Professor in Chemistry, Chair, Chemistry, University of Rochester |
| Oklahoma Chemist if the Year, Linch and Lecture | Lunch-Ticketed | Charles Rice, rice@ou.edu, Nathan Green, green66@nsuok.edu | Invited Speaker: Dr. Kara Bren, Richard S. Eisenberg Professor in Chemistry, Chair, Chemistry, University of Rochester |
| Grant Writing Workshop (Rice Wavering) | Ticketed | George Richter Addo, grichteraddo@ou.edu | |
| Resume Development , Resume Review | Separate registration | ACS Staff | |
| Job Fair (Rice, Wavering) | Separate registration??? | Charles Rice, rice@ou.edu, Tom Wavering, OK Biotech Cluster | |
| Interview Workshop (ACS) JobFair (Rivce Wavering) | Separate registration??? | Charles Rice, rice@ou.edu, Tom Wavering, OK Biotech Cluster | |
| Active learning Workshop 9-11 | Separate registration | Cheryl Frech, cfrech@uco.edu | |
| Saturday Programs and Workshops | O, P, I, C | Organizer(s) | Description |
| Trust in Science (12 limit) Saturday | |
ACS Staff | |
| New ACS Guidelines for Community College Chemistry Teaching Workshop/Panel | |
Cheryl Frech, cfrech@uco.edu | |
| Open Half Day Session | |
This slot may be available. | |
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