National Chemistry Week (NCW)

National Chemistry Week October 21-27, 2012. Nanotechnology: The smallest big idea in science.

NCW encourages chemists and chemistry enthusiasts to build awareness of chemistry at the local level. Local Sections, businesses, schools, and individuals are invited to organize or participate in events in their communities with a common goal: To promote the value of chemistry in everyday life.

Find an event in your area

View a list of future NCW dates and themes.










How Do I Get Involved?

NCW events and programming are organized at the local level. Contact your NCW Coordinator to make a suggestion or find out what’s going on near you!

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NISE Network™ Partnership

This year’s National Chemistry Week features a partnership with the Nanoscience Informal Science Education Network.


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