ACS PUBLICATIONS SYMPOSIUM
Frontiers at the Chemistry and Biology Interface
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PEKING UNIVERSITY
When and where is the event?
The symposium will be held Thursday, August 28 to Friday, August 29, 2025. All sessions will be held in the Xiao Lun Auditorium (Classroom 101), College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University.
What is the cost to apply and attend?
The symposium is completely FREE to apply and attend! ACS Publications will not provide monetary assistance to attend.
Where can I review my application information?
After applying you will receive a confirmation email. Use this email to sign into your application and review your submitted answers.
I can't locate my confirmation email.
Go to the event registration page ➜ Click "Already registered" at the top of the page ➜ Click "Forgot your confirmation number?" to have your Confirmation Email resent
How do I modify my application/registration?
Go to the event registration page ➜ Click "Already registered" at the top of the page ➜ Enter the email address you used to register and your confirmation number ➜ Once logged in, select "Modify" from the top navigation ➜Complete modifications and select "Finish" from the Summary page.
Can I register at the event?
No. Registration for the symposium will close on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Can my partner and children attend?
Though the symposium is primarily targeted towards emerging and senior researchers in the chemistry, chemical biology, biomaterials and related fields, all adults are welcome and must register to attend the symposium.
The symposium will not be child-friendly; please arrange for separate childcare during all sessions.
What poster session am I in?
All poster presenters will receive an email with their poster number and session details. Each poster session will last 30 minutes and blend into a 1-hour networking lunch or reception.
How should I prepare my poster?
Posters should be well-organized with clearly legible text and graphics. Blocks of paragraph text should be avoided in favor of bullet point style talking points and graphics. We recommend your poster does not exceed 90 cm x 120 cm and be in portrait orientation. All posters should include a title, name, and affiliation of the presenter (and collaborators).
Where and when do I put up my poster?
Venue: Xiao Lun Auditorium (CB101), College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, China
- Poster SessionA - DAY 1, August 28,12:30 - 13:20 Beijing Time
- Poster SessionB - DAY 2, August 29,12:30 - 13:20 Beijing Time
The poster sessions will be held in the Lobby on the 1st floor of the College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University. Please find the number assigned to your poster and attach your poster. Posters session may be set up starting at 7:30 am Beijing Time on Thursday, August 28 and removed by 19:00 on Friday, August 29.
What are the prizes for the poster sessions?
The top 10 poster presenters selected by the judges (who will be invited speakers and journal editors) will win a prize each and receive a certificate.
How will the posters be judged for the prizes?
Judges will consider 10 main criteria for the prizes: understanding of the research problem, methodology, results & significance, oral presentation & response to questions, organization & flow, and appearance of text & graphics. Some tips to succeed are: read the literature related to the problem your research aims to solve; ensure all figures have appropriate axes, units, and legends; emphasize the significance of your work and the future impacts; ensure the poster is clear and legible; and practice presenting your poster to someone. Please note that to be eligible to win a poster session prize, all presenters must be physically present at their poster during their session.
When will abstract submissions open, and what is the deadline?
Abstract submissions opened on March 15, 2025 and will close on June 5, 2025.
The Scientific Organizing Committee will contact all those who submit by June 30, 2025 with selection results.
I need my poster abstract accepted earlier for visa/other purposes.
The Scientific Organizing Committee will be making selections on a rolling basis, with the deadline for all selections of June 30, 2025. If you need approval before June 30, 2025 for visa applications or other purposes, please contact our team at symposium@acs.org with a valid reason for an exception.
What is the agenda for the symposium?
The full program for the symposium is available soon.
How do I request accessibility services?
Please include your accessibility requirements on the application form. You may also contact our support team directly with any questions or needs at symposium@acs.org.
How do I let you know about my special dietary requirements?
Please include your dietary requirements on the registration form. You may also contact our support team directly with any questions or needs at symposium@acs.org.
Is there a dress code for the event?
We recommend business casual attire for the entire conference. Dress pants or jeans, dresses, blouses, and sportscoats (tie or no tie – up to you!), are welcome.
Will sponsorships or scholarships be available to attend the event?
Since we are offering this symposium free of charge, we will NOT offer any sponsorships or scholarships to attend.
What are the visa requirements for China?
Please check the information on whether you require a visa or not on the website of the National Immigration Administration (NIA) of the People’s Republic of China.
Recommended arrival and departure dates:
- It is recommended that participants arrive Wednesday, August 27.
- Attendees are encouraged to stay through Friday, August 29.
Are there preferred accommodations I can book?
Housing is not provided for the ACS Publications Symposium.
Additional Questions
Feel free to reach out to the symposium planning team at any time with additional questions.
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