WWU Chemistry

10/07/2026

Henri B. Kagan at Paris-Saclay University, and Kenso Soai at the Tokyo University of Science have won this year’s in Chemistry “for the discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.” Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x6ey5

10/06/2026

Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel have won the 2026 in Physiology or Medicine “for their discoveries concerning light-gated ion channels and optogenetics.” Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x6aV2

07/31/2026

Perfect day for the 2nd Annual WWU Chemistry Co****le Tournament! 🌽

06/13/2026

Congratulations to all of our 2026 Chemistry Department Graduates! 🤩

06/13/2026

Congratulations 2026 WWU Graduates!

06/05/2026

Congratulations to all of our 2026 Chemistry scholarship, fellowship, academic and service awardees!

05/27/2026

Great news for WWU!

Western has been awarded a $3.1 million NIH grant to expand biomedical research opportunities for students and faculty. Congratulations to Chemistry professors P. Clint Spiegel, James Vyvyan, David Patrick, and their colleagues for helping secure this exciting award.

Read the full story below. ⬇️



https://news.wwu.edu/wwu-secures-31-million-nih-grant-to-expand-biomedical-research-opportunities-for-students?fbclid=IwdGRleASD65tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe6azy3p4JhY6FCWZmPK-ly3EVzpvj7QTgwwpgw3BB23Fk6lUYuj207D2qi7I_aem_OXPgiEQDcRiccO8gtg8CQQ

WWU has been awarded a $3.1 million National Institutes of Health grant to expand biomedical student research opportunities on campus.

04/07/2026

Happy Fiunding Day! 150 Years of ACS.

On April 6, 1876, a group of 35 chemists founded the American Chemical Society in New York City. Happy birthday, ACS! http://ow.ly/LsZD50z6lEr

01/27/2026

For a century and a half, the American Chemistry Society (ACS) has supported chemical research, education, and innovation that shape our everyday lives—from medicine and materials to energy and the environment. It is a great moment to reflect on the scientists, educators, and students who have contributed to this legacy and to look ahead to the discoveries still to come.

Here’s to 150 years of chemistry making the world better—and to the next 150! 🧪✨

American Chemical Society, Puget Sound Section

In 2026, the American Chemical Society (ACS) turns 150! ACS is a nonprofit organization established by a congressional charter in 1876. Since then, ACS has s...

11/10/2025

The American Chemical Society (ACS) will celebrate 150 years since its founding in 2026! Founded in 1876, the ACS has played a vital role in advancing chemistry, supporting scientists, and promoting the importance of chemistry in everyday life.

As we approach this remarkable anniversary, it’s a great time to reflect on the Society’s legacy — from groundbreaking research and chemical education to public outreach and sustainability efforts — and to look forward to the discoveries and innovations of the next 150 years.

Here’s to a century and a half of chemistry that’s changed the world! https://www.acs.org/150

The countdown to ACS' 150th anniversary has begun! 📆🥳

Join the journey by sharing what "Chemistry is Everything" means to you: https://www.acs.org/150