ACA: The Structural Science Society is returning to an in-person gathering for the 72nd annual meeting. Scientists interested in biological, chemical, and material structures will travel to the heart of Portland, Oregon, July 29 - August 3, 2022. Registration closes on July 8th!
Call for SubmissionsThe American Crystallographic Association (ACA) is in the preliminary stages of creating a online portal of videos that aim to help the ACA community promote and develop crystallographic literacy in the classroom and beyond. Find out more...
Introducing ACA: The Structural Science SocietyAfter over a year of development we are excited to launch the new ACA logo incorporating "The Structural Science Society". The ACA has always been a home for structural scientists and as the science develops and grows so are we. ACA Vice President Cora Lind-Kovacs summed up the change perfectly:
Read the announcement and find out more about the logo.
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Crystallography and structural science have been and continue to be on the forefront of major discoveries in the life sciences, medicinal chemistry, and materials science. The American Crystallographic Association, Inc. (ACA) is the home for over 1,000 structural scientists all over the world who are united by the common purpose to “promote interactions among scientists who study the structure of matter at atomic (or near atomic) resolution”. The annual ACA membership renewal period for 2022 is open and new members are always welcome to join! Annual dues allow us to share our scientific passions and accomplishments through different approaches, including the annual conference, publications and educational outreach. Membership in the ACA is open to any person who is actively interested in the purposes of the Association. The ACA welcomes everyone from students to retirees. All of our members contribute to the life and vigor of the Association. ReleXions: Spring 2022
Education & OutreachCrystal growing competitions are wonderful events that get kids excited about science. We are proud to support a number of crystal growing competitions around the US. Find out more... ![]() (pictured above: STARS Teammates from the Cobb County Crystal Growing Competition)
ACA Statement on the Russian Invasion of the UkraineOn March 14, 2022 ACA issued a statement concerning the situation in the Ukraine. |