THE BAY AREA
CHEMISTRY SYMPOSIUM
CONNECTING LOCAL INDUSTRY + ACADEMIA
WHEN:
October 2nd, 2026
WHERE:
Merck Auditorium
an ACS-sponsored local symposium
Recipient of the 25th Annual ChemLuminary
Local Section Industry Event Award
Thank you for your interest in the 6th ANNUAL BACS
The Bay Area Chemistry Symposium (BACS) brings together leading scientists from academia and industry to share cutting-edge research, foster collaboration, and strengthen the Bay Area’s vibrant chemistry community. Now in its 6th year, BACS continues to serve as a premier forum for innovation across medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and related disciplines. Join us on October 2nd, 2026 at Merck Auditorium for a day of insightful talks, networking, and scientific exchange with colleagues from across the region.
2026 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
The Bay Area Chemistry Symposium will feature keynote talks from leading scientists in both academia in industry.
We'll also hear from more industry scientists, students, and post-docs in a series of short talks highlighting the exciting science happening in the Bay Area.
Industry speakers coming soon
SEE TECHNICAL PROGRAMS FROM PAST BACS EVENTS:
REGISTRATION DETAILS PENDING
What previous attendees had to say:
"A real gem of a local conference with great talks by all with some big names too! The poster session is a fantastic way to meet high-quality students and postdocs as a networking tool. I’m looking forward to next year’s BACS."
"The speakers were great, the organization was great, the entire event was a great success!"
"I enjoyed the first BACS very much. This is probably the best local ACS event I ever attended."
"Thank you so much for organizing the BACS. I had a really amazing time and really enjoyed the event. I really hope to be there next year!"
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OUR 2026 SPONSORS
BACS is made possible by generous support from our local industry sponsors.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us today!
– PLATINUM SPONSORS –
Sponsorships available
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– GOLD SPONSORS –
Sponsorships available
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– SILVER SPONSORS –
Sponsorships available
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– Special thanks to the American Chemical Society & NorCal chapter of EWOC –
CONTACT US
Have a question? Use the form below or email us at: bayareachemistrysymposium@gmail.com