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Initiated & led by a group of (inter)national & (under)graduate students, Q-ACS was ranked as outstanding (2022-24) 🇷🇴

Q-ACS, initiated and led by a group of (inter)national (under)graduate students, contributes to the vitality of Queen’s University’s Department of Chemistry in many ways. Q-ACS was recognized as an Outstanding Student Chapter for the 2022-2023 year by the ACS Society Committee on Education on the basis of the Chapter’s activities and programs. The Chapter’s mission is to foster professional and te

chnical development within the Queen’s chemical community promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR).

06/01/2026

On May 8th, we hosted our 2026 Gala honouring the legacy of Alfred Bader and celebrating leadership in the chemical community. Surrounded by many of the field’s brightest minds, the evening was both inspiring and thought-provoking, particularly during our panel discussion. We extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Alex Brown, Dr. Rigoberto Hernandez, Dr. Gilles Peslherbe, and Dr. Cecile Malardier-Jugroot for sharing their valuable perspectives on leadership, collaboration, and building a career in the chemical sciences.

We also had the opportunity to recognize outstanding students in the chemical sciences through the ACS Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemical Safety, the ACS Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Recognition Program, and the Q-ACS Excellence Awards. Congratulations to Jack Dukart, Joshua Kofsky, Dr. Lenka Vitková, Dr. Shideh Ahmadi, Fatemeh Sadat Arghava, Dr. Kumar Siddhant, Chloe Graham, Nicole Kasekende, Duke D’Amato, Dr. Jess Deng, Gaia Rota, and Dr. Ahmadreza Hezamzadeh. Your dedication, hard work, and contributions to the chemical sciences are truly commendable.

Congratulations are also in order for our Vice President, Dr. Rachel Korchinsky, whose unending dedication and tireless work were recognized by her receipt of the Q-ACS Executive Award for Excellence in Leadership and Service.

Finally, we would like to thank Queen’s Event Services and AMS StuCons for their exceptional organization and support throughout the event. We are also deeply grateful to the Q-ACS team and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make this celebration of Alfred Bader’s legacy and the broader chemical sciences community such a success.

Photo Credits: Eric Brousseau and Jackie Li

05/29/2026

On May 7, with the support of Dan Bader and Dr. Rigoberto Hernandez, Q-ACS proudly unveiled the new American Chemical Society International Historic Chemical Landmark honouring the legacy of Alfred Bader and his profound contributions to the chemical sciences community. As the first ACS Landmark designated in Canada in more than 20 years, this recognition marked a significant milestone for both the scientific community at Queen's University and the country as a whole.

Q-ACS is deeply grateful to everyone whose hard work and dedication made this event possible. It was an honour to celebrate Dr. Alfred Bader’s enduring impact on Queen's University, the chemical sciences, and the broader global community.

Photo Credits: Eric Brousseau and Jackie Li

05/27/2026

On May 7, Q-ACS had the privilege of hosting Dr. Barry Sharpless, two-time Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, for a fascinating and inspiring lecture. Dr. Sharpless shared insights into his groundbreaking work in click and bioorthogonal chemistry, as well as his perspectives on innovation and discovery within the chemical sciences.

We extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Sharpless for taking the time to speak with our community and for inspiring the next generation of scientists through his remarkable work and insights.

Photo Credits: Eric Brousseau and Jackie Li

04/08/2026

The Queen’s International Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society (Q-ACS) is opening nominations for the 2026 American Chemical Society Undergraduate Award for Excellence in Chemical Safety and Ethics. This award recognizes a senior undergraduate student (3rd or 4th year, including accelerated master’s students in their 4th year of undergraduate studies) in the chemical profession who has actively demonstrated the intersectionality between chemical safety and ethical behavior.

As an international Chapter, Q-ACS can nominate one student for this award. Please complete the following form (see link below) to nominate an undergraduate student who has actively demonstrated the connection between chemical safety and ethics through behavior and schoolwork. Self-nominations are also encouraged! Note: Only ONE nomination will be accepted per individual. The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday May 8th @ 11:59 PM EDT.

Nomination Form: https://forms.office.com/r/6TaUmaF7QS

Please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

04/06/2026

The Queen's University International Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society (Q-ACS) is participating in the 2026 ACS Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholars Recognition Program. We are seeking nominations to recognize talented graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in the chemical sciences who actively demonstrate leadership in five separate award categories:

1. Leadership in Mentoring
2. Leadership in the Promotion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEIR)
3. Leadership in the Promotion of Research Safety
4. Leadership in Science Outreach and Engagement
5. Leadership in Science Advocacy

Nomination form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/7D5SrihCMh

The deadline to complete and submit the nomination form is Friday, May 8th, at 11:59 PM EDT. All nominations are confidential. Individuals may be nominated for multiple categories, but the nominated individual may win only ONE award. One graduate student AND postdoctoral scholar may be recognized per award category. The nominee must be a current graduate student or postdoctoral scholar at the time of the submission. Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars cannot self-nominate for an award. Undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, faculty, and staff may submit nominations. Note: Only ONE nomination will be accepted per individual, per category.

The nomination form is to be submitted by the lead nominator who will complete a nomination summary. All nominations must be accompanied by exactly one letter of support, from an individual other than the lead nominator, submitted either attached to the nomination form or sent to [email protected], accompanied with the following subject line “Q-ACS 2026 GSPSRP Nomination”.

For more information about these awards and the recognition process, please follow this link. Please note, (self)-nominations via the ACS portal are prohibited and must be submitted via Q-ACS on behalf of the successful nominee.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

03/31/2026

Q-ACS is proud to share an exciting milestone for Q-ACS at this year’s ACS Spring Exhibition & Meeting 2026!

Q-ACS was honoured to receive both the Outstanding Award and the Green Chemistry Award, recognizing our team’s continued commitment to advancing sustainable innovation in chemistry.

A member of our Chapter, Rachel Korchinsky (Vice-President), was invited to present to an audience of over 500 attendees about our international Chapter. Introduced by Dr. David A. Laviska, she spoke about the mission and impact of Q-ACS, emphasizing the critical importance of green chemistry in shaping a more sustainable future.

At Q-ACS, we believe green chemistry is more than a discipline; it is a promise: That the next generation of scientists will be equipped not only with knowledge of chemistry, but also with a strong sense of responsibility to create a sustainable future.

These recognitions reflect the dedication, passion, and collaboration of our entire team (Both past and present) and partners who are driving meaningful change in the field.

Thank you to the American Chemical Society for this honour and to everyone who continues to support and advance green chemistry. We hope to see more Chapters embrace green chemistry and even more awards handed out next year!

03/11/2026

The Queen’s University International Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society (Q-ACS) is excited to host the McRae Lecture, featuring two-time Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, Dr. K. Barry Sharpless, on Thursday, May 7th, 2026.

Dr. Sharpless is internationally recognized for pioneering work that has transformed modern chemistry. Q-ACS is honoured to host Dr. Sharpless, recipient of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry (2001) for his work on chirally catalysed oxidation reactions and (2022) for the development of click chemistry and bioorthogonal chemistry.

Join us for this special lecture to hear insights from a visionary scientist whose discoveries have (re)shaped how chemists design and build molecules.

📍 Location: Bioscience Auditorium 1101, Queen’s University
🕒 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📅 Date: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

Due to capacity limits, registration will operate on a first-come, first-served basis. By completing the registration form, you are confirming your commitment to attend. While we understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise, we kindly ask that you notify us if you are unable to attend so that another participant may take your place.

Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/jW2HJwUbPb

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from one of the world’s most influential chemists and a two-time Nobel Laureate. 🌟

03/06/2026

The Queen’s University International Student Chapter of the American Chemical Society (Q-ACS) is excited to host the ACS International Historic Chemical Landmark Ceremony at Queen’s University, honoring the late Dr. Alfred R. Bader on May 8th, 2026. This prestigious event will culminate with the unveiling of a commemorative ACS Landmark plaque, followed by a networking luncheon.

The ceremony will be held in CHE 117 (Chernoff Hall) at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 8th, 2026, followed by a complimentary networking lunch in the Chernoff first-floor atrium.

Register Here: https://forms.office.com/r/AKHjhwPzrC

The ceremony will celebrate the extraordinary legacy of Dr. Bader, a beloved Queen’s alumnus and benefactor, distinguished chemist, accomplished entrepreneur, and generous philanthropist, whose impact continues to resonate across the fields of science, business, and the arts.

Over the past four years, a dedicated group of individuals, organizations, and stakeholders has worked diligently to ensure that Dr. Bader’s life and achievements are formally recognized through this historic award, marking the first ACS Landmark designation in Canada in the past two decades.

02/14/2026

The Queen’s University Chapter of the American Chemical Society (Q-ACS) is thrilled to announce that Q-ACS is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Q-ACS Excellence Awards that will be presented at our annual reception this upcoming May: “Chemists Helping Others: Celebrating Leadership in the Community.” These recognitions aim to celebrate outstanding contributions in various categories.

Scan the QR code for access to the nomination form. The deadline to submit nominations for all awards is March 15th at 5:00 p.m. ET.

More information about each of the award categories and the nomination process can be found on our website: https://qacsstudentchapter.wixsite.com/q-acs/post/2026-q-acs-excellence-awards.

01/16/2026

Q-ACS is honoured to feature Dr. Paul Duchesne in this month’s Monthly Mind Initiative! Thank you, Dr. Duchesne, for sharing your journey and the lessons you learned along the way. Your story is truly inspiring!

👉 Click to read all about Dr. Duchesne's journey here: https://qacsstudentchapter.wixsite.com/q-acs/post/monthly-mind-dr-paul-duchesne

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