FAQs
GeneralWhat is the Graduate Student Symposium?
Our planning committee’s goals as the next GSSPC is to provide a symposium where academics and trainees are able to get a sufficient overview of how proteins, the small motors of biological systems, work to perform the chemistry of life. We hope that this 3-in-1 approach inspires the implementation of novel research ideas. We truly believe that a wider understanding of bonding through chemistry can be achieved by taking inspiration from proteins. In addition, given the interdisciplinary nature of our symposium theme, we hope to provide a space for chemists from different fields to mingle and form possible collaborations – great works come from different minds coming together. We also intend to capitalize on this by having networking breaks during the symposium.
When is the 2022 Graduate Student Symposium?
The symposium is part of the ACS National Meeting, which will take place March 20-24, 2022.
Where is the 2022 Graduate Student Symposium?
The 2022 ACS National Meeting is being held in San Diego, CA.
Who will be speaking?
We have 10 confirmed speakers: Alison Narayan (University of Michigan), Alanna Schepartz (University of California, Berkeley), Samuel Gellman (University of Wisconsin), Jean Chmielewski (Purdue University), Robert Langer (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), David Baker (University of Washington), Edward Solomon (Stanford University), Itaru Hamachi (Kyoto University), Margaret Brimble (University of Auckland), and Ben Shen (Scripps Research Institute). See the speakers page for more information.
RegistrationHow do I register?
Register for the ACS National Meeting. RSVP for the Graduate Student Symposium.
When is the registration deadline?
The deadline to register for the ACS National Meeting is [TBD]. You must be registered to attend the Graduate Student Symposium.
Travel AwardAm I eligible for a travel grant?
If you are a chemistry or related graduate or undergraduate student and planning to register for the 2022 ACS National Meeting, you are eligible to apply! Students may only submit one application per person and will only receive one award per person. If you have any questions regarding the travel grants, please don’t hesitate to contact the 2022 GSSPC.
How do I apply?
Fill out the travel award application.
When is the deadline to apply for a travel grant?
The application is open now and will close November 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST.
How many grants will be awarded?
This number is to be determined based on funding. Awardees will receive a $500 travel grant and lunch during the ACS National Meeting with the 2022 GSSPC and fellow awardees. You will be contacted by the 2022 GSSPC if chosen for a travel award.
Future GSSPCWhat is a GSSPC?
The Graduate Student Symposium Planning Committee (GSSPC) was created in 2005 to facilitate ongoing involvement among graduate students in planning symposia at ACS national meetings. Student groups are chosen from a university to produce quality symposia, co-sponsored by the ACS Division of Chemical Education (CHED), of interest to the chemical community. The GSSPC Project provides both a national forum for graduate students to make their own views known an outlet for graduate students to develop a professional network and leadership skills.
For more information, see ACS: Graduate Student Symposium Planning Committee or contact us via email.
How do I apply?
TBD
When is the deadline to apply?
TBD
How is the next GSSPC selected?
Student groups are selected by the current GSSPC. Don't hesitate to contact gsspc@purdue.edu with any further questions.