Research Smarter with ACS Resources
Explore ACS Tools That Help You Publish and Research Better
The 2026 Platform, Product, Publishing Webinar Series is specially designed for India researchers, especially early-career researchers and students. You will gain expert insights, best practices, and learn how to use ACS resources to solve daily research challenges.
This session focuses on products and is led by experienced ACS experts who work closely with India universities and institutions, giving you actionable, simple ways to empower your research.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Learn Practical Tips from ACS Editors & Authors – Get expert advice on scholarly publishing, ethical practices, and improving research visibility.
- Access ACS journals and resources relevant to your field – Explore ACS journals, research tools, and resources designed to support researchers at every stage.
- Built around the challenges researchers in India actually face – Designed to support researchers and students in the region.
- Earn a Certificate – Receive a certificate of participation for each session you attend.
🎯 Engage & Win a Prize! Take part in a trivia quiz for a chance to win a prize and interact with experts.
SPEAKERS
Karen Yeo
Director
Global Field Marketing
ACS Publications
Piyush Gupta
Market & Business Development Manager, India
ACS Publications
Sue Law
Assistant Marketing Manager
Global Field Marketing
ACS Publications
Vannajan Sanghiran Lee
Head, Centre of Excellence UM Quantum Information Science & Technology (UMQiST)
Universiti Malaya
Advisor, ACS Universiti Malaya International Student Chapter
JitKang Lim
Professor
Chemical Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Editorial Advisory Board, Langmuir
Fun Man Fung
Assistant Professor, Chemistry, University College Dublin
Early Career Advisory Board, JACS Au
Editorial Advisory Board, Journal of Chemical Education
DATE
18 June
TIME
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST
TYPE
Virtual (Zoom)
SPEAKERS
Karen Yeo
Piyush Gupta
Sue Law
ACS Resources that Solve Daily Research Challenges
This session walks you through ACS resources designed to strengthen literature reviews, save research time, master new topics quickly, and build confidence in writing and submitting manuscripts.
Let's explore resources spanning across multiple disciplines. Learn how to use them smarter to find relevant content and empower your research journey.
Join the live trivia quiz for a chance to win a prize.
Session Highlights: ACS Resources
ACS Journals:
- Discover the latest peer-reviewed research and foundational science essential to your field across Material Science, Biological Chemistry, Environmental & Sustainable Chemistry, Energy, Nanoscience, and more
ACS Digital Products:
- Explore comprehensive topics from 1949 with ACS eBooks, and master new topics quickly with ACS In Focus to save hours of research time
ACS Guide:
- Sharpen your scientific writing and boost manuscript success
DATE
August, 2026
TIME
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST
TYPE
Virtual (Zoom)
Speaker
Piyush Gupta
ACS Platform for Smarter Research Discovery
This session introduces the ACS Publications platform, helping you maximize the value of your subscription. Learn how to navigate the ACS Publications website, including curated content portals spanning multidisciplinary fields and emerging research trends.
You will also discover how to efficiently find relevant content, stay current with the latest developments, and leverage platform features to support your daily research workflow.
Session 3: Strengthen Your Publishing Journey with ACS
This session brings together three webinars on AI in publishing, publishing ethics, and opportunities to publish with ACS. Learn practical guidance from experienced authors and publishing experts to support your next step in the publishing process.
DATE
September 10, 2026
TIME
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST
TYPE
Virtual (Zoom)
SPEAKER
Prof. Vannajan Sanghiran Lee
Part 1: AI in Publishing
Learn how AI is shaping scientific publishing and what researchers should keep in mind when using AI tools responsibly in manuscript preparation.
About Prof. Vannajan Sanghiran Lee
Head, Centre of Excellence UM Quantum Information Science & Technology (UMQiST)
Universiti Malaya
Advisor, ACS Universiti Malaya International Student Chapter
Prof. Dr. Vannajan Sanghiran Lee is Head of the UM Centre of Excellence for Quantum Information Science and Technology (UMQiST) and recipient of the 2023 UNESCO Woman of Influence for Science and Technology award.
She specializes in computational science, molecular modeling, and quantum-driven innovations, and serves as Advisor to the ACS Universiti Malaya International Student Chapter. She co-founded Qubios, a venture integrating quantum computing and data science for healthcare and sustainable technologies.
DATE
September 24, 2026
TIME
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST
TYPE
Virtual (Zoom)
SPEAKER
Prof. JitKang Lim
Part 2: Ethics in Publishing
Understand how publishing ethics helps protect research integrity, build trust in your work, and support responsible communication throughout the publication process.
About Prof. JitKang Lim
Professor, Chemical Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Editorial Advisory Board, Langmuir
JitKang Lim is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Universiti Sains Malaysia and a Visiting Research Professor of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University since 2011. He is also a China-ASEAN Scholar at Tianjin University and a World Class Professor recognized by Indonesia’s Ministry of Education and Culture.
He serves on the Editorial Advisory Board ofLangmuir, a flagship journal of the American Chemical Society that specialized in interfacial sciences. His research focuses on colloidal behaviors and the engineering applications of magnetic nanoparticles.
DATE
September 30, 2026
TIME
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM IST
TYPE
Virtual (Zoom)
Speaker
Dr. Fun Man Fung
Part 3: Opportunities in Publishing with ACS
Bring together what you have learned throughout the 2026 series and explore practical opportunities to publish with ACS, including journal selection and resources to support your next submission.
About Dr. Fun Man Fung
Assistant Professor, Chemistry, University College Dublin
Early Career Advisory Board, JACS Au
Editorial Advisory Board, Journal of Chemical Education
Fun Man Fung is an Assistant Professor at the School of Chemistry, University College Dublin, Ireland. He is the founding Chair of the ACS Singapore Chapter and ACS Career Consultant.
He serves as a member of the Editorial Advisory Board ofJournal of Chemical Education, and Early Career Advisory Board,JACS Au, both are premium journals of the ACS Publications.In 2024, Dr. Fung was admitted to the Global Young Academy and he holds the membership for five years.
ABOUT PLATFORM, PRODUCT & PUBLISHING
Each session highlights three key elements that support researchers throughout their publishing journey:
Platform – Explore ACS platforms and researcher resources that help you discover research and stay updated with the latest developments.
Product – Learn about ACS journals, books, and reference resources that support research and teaching.
Publishing – Gain practical insights into the publishing process, including peer review, scientific writing, and preparing manuscripts for journal submission.
Together, these elements provide researchers with a clearer understanding of both the publishing process and the ACS resources that support their research journey.
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