The COVID-19 pandemic challenged us to think outside the box about how we meet and communicate. While in-person meetings were not possible throughout most of 2020, virtual meetings emerged as a viable alternative. The virtual platform provided a new way to meet, share ideas, and collaborate between sections. A number of local section Younger Chemists Committees (YCC) embraced the opportunity to work together to provide camaraderie and professional development to students and early career professionals. The Eastern U.S. Younger Chemists Committee Partnership unites eight YCC groups and four international groups. The partnership has provided countless professional development programs and networking opportunities, ranging from Building Confidence and Self-Care Sundays to Presenting Scientific Data and the popular Day in the Life series. These programs are fully funded by two Members Engaging Through Technology (METT) grants. Join us to learn how the team was formed, the programs developed, how effective communication and teamwork have been managed across different time zones, and the future direction of the partnership.

Navigating collaboration during tides of change

ACS Fall 2021

The official archive and repository for all ACS Meetings & Expositions abstracts and select posters or presentations.