The Western New York local section represents Niagara Falls and Buffalo, along with surrounding areas. Membership in the local section is open to all members of the American Chemical Society. More information on ACS membership may be found at the National ACS Website.
2026 WNYACS Undergraduate Research Symposium
Registration is open for the 2026 URS at Niagara University, Saturday, March 28. For more information, and to submit a talk or poster abstract, go to the URS web site: https://wnyacs.org/undergraduate-research-symposium/
Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal
The Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal is the oldest ACS local section award. It recognizes outstanding industrial or academic research and service in the Western New York area.
In 2026, the award jury has selected Peter M. Schaber, Professor of Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Canisius University, to receive the 2026 Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal.
“in recognition of 51 years of dedication to leadership in the Western New York Section of the American Chemical Society, and to service as a stalwart researcher, colleague and mentor to generations of scientists in education and industry in Western New York.”
The 2026 Schoellkopf Award Banquet will take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2026.
Please consider nominating a colleague for next year’s Jacob F. Schoellkopf Medal. For details, go to the Schoellkopf Medal Nomination page
