The North Jersey Section of the American Chemical Society represents a dynamic and diverse group of scientists as reflected in the many topical groups and committees. These include the Mass Spectrometry Discussion Group, Chromatography Group, Organic Topical Group, Teacher Affiliates, NMR Topical Group, MetroWomen Chemists Committee, Younger Chemists Committee, Careers in Transition Committee and the NJ Regulatory CMC and Quality Topical Group.
Below you can find the latest "News & Views" articles covering activities of the various topical groups.
May 13, 2013 – Careers in Transition (CIT) – ChemJobs
The Careers in Transition (CIT) ChemJobs workshop meets monthly to help members prepare for job searching in the area.
Apr 27, 2013 – YCC at Rutgers Day
The NJACS Younger Chemists Committee will have a table at the Rutgers Day 2013 festival, presenting interactive, entertaining, and educational activities for kids of all ages focusing on UV.
Apr 8, 2013 – Deadline for Chemagination Contest Submissions
The NJ-ACS
Chemagination Contest for High School Students will be held on Apr 24, 2013.
Chemagination Contest for High School Students will be held on Apr 24, 2013.
Apr 24, 2013 – Chemagination Contest for H.S. Students
The NJ-ACS
Chemagination Contest for High School Students will be held on Apr 24, 2013.
Chemagination Contest for High School Students will be held on Apr 24, 2013.
Apr 26, 2013 – 65th Annual NJ-ACS Undergraduate Research Conference
The 65th Annual Undergraduate Research Conference takes place on Friday, April 26, 2013.
Apr 13, 2013 – William Paterson University Undergraduate Research Symposium
On April 13 2013 William Paterson University will hold its 7th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on Chemical and Biological Sciences.
Apr 8, 2013 – Careers in Transition (CIT) – ChemJobs
The Careers in Transition (CIT) ChemJobs March meeting is on Monday Mar 11.
Feb 14, 2013 – Lecture on patents at Chemical Heritage Foundation in Philadelphia
The Chemical Heritage Foundation sponsors the Joseph Priestley Society Lecture Series in Philadelphia. The Feb 14 lecture focuses on new changes in US Patent law.
Feb 11, 2013 – Careers in Transition (CIT) – ChemJobs
The Careers in Transition (CIT) ChemJobs February meeting is on Monday Feb 11.


National Chemistry Week (NCW) is a community-based annual event that unites ACS local sections, businesses, schools, and individuals in communicating the importance of chemistry to our quality of life.
As life in Northern New Jersey returns toward normal after Sandy, I want to thank you for providing me the opportunity to serve as Chair of the North Jersey Section (NJ ACS) for 2013.