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Nominations Sought for ACS Awards Nominations are being sought for the 1993 American Chemical Society Awards. Several awards are of interest to the analytical community: the Award in Analytical Chemistry, the Award in Chromatography, the Award in Separation Science and Technology, the Frank H. Field and Joe L. Franklin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mass Spectrometry, the Award for Computers in Chemistry, the Francis P. Garvan-John M. Olin Medal, and the ACS Award in Pure Chemistry. Established in 1947 by Fisher Scientific Company, the ACS Award in Analytical Chemistry consists of $5000 and an etching. The award honors contributions to pure or applied analytical chemistry by a Canadian or U.S. scientist. The selection committee gives special consideration to "the independence of thought and originality shown, or to the importance of the work when applied to public welfare, economics, or the needs and desires of humanity." Sponsored by Supelco, Inc., since 1970, the ACS Award in Chromatography is given to a scientist who has made an exceptional contribution to the field of chromatography, notably in the development of new methods. The winner receives $5000 and a certificate. The ACS Award in Separation Science and Technology, sponsored by Rohm and Haas Company, recognizes extraordinary accomplishments in either fundamental or applied areas of separation science and technology. The award, established in 1982, covers all fields in which separation science and technology are practiced, including chemistry, biology, engineering, geology, and medicine. The awardee is honored with $5000 and a plaque. Established in 1983, the Frank H. Field and Joe L. Franklin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mass Spectrometry recognizes developments in applications of MS. The award is sponsored by Extrel Corporation and consists of $3000 and a certificate. The ACS Award for Computers in Chemistry, established to recognize and encourage the use of computers for the advancement of chemical science, is sponsored by Digital Equipment Corporation. The awardee receives $3000 and a certificate. The Francis P. Garvan—John M. Olin Medal, sponsored by Olin Corporation since 1984, recognizes distinguished service to chemistry by women who are U.S. citizens. Established in 1936 through a donation from Francis P. Garvan, the award consists of $5000, an inscribed gold medal, and a bronze replica of the medal. Sponsored by the Alpha Chi Sigma Fraternity, the ACS Award in Pure Chemistry recognizes and encourages fundamental research in pure chemistry by young North American scientists. The awardee, who receives $4000, must be no older than 36 by April 30 of the award year. Individuals (except nominating committee members) may submit one nomination for each award. Nominations should be accompanied by a biographical sketch, a list of publications and patents, and a letter of 1000
words or less describing the nominee's accomplishments and the work to be recognized. Seconding letters are optional, and no more than two of these (containing information not provided in the nomination letter) may be submitted. Six copies of each nomination should be mailed to the Awards Office, ACS, 1155 16th St., N.W., Washington, DC 20036. Materials must be postmarked by Feb. 1, 1992. For further information, consult "Awards Administered by the ACS" (Bulletin 7), available through the Awards Office (202-872-4408).
"Users' Guide" to NIST The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has issued a new, comprehensive guide to its many research opportunities, facilities, and services available to industry. The guide summarizes major research programs that are potential bases for cooperative research and development agreements, describes the major specialized research facilities, and lists all available services. Detailed descriptions, project managers, and phone numbers are given for each item. Copies of "Research, Services, Facilities" can be obtained by sending a self-addressed mailing label to NIST Public Affairs Division, A903 Administration Bldg., NIST, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, fax 301-926-1630.
For Your Information The ninth edition of the catalog Films and Video for Mathematics and Physical Sciences is available from Audio-Visual Services of The Pennsylvania State University. The catalog lists more than 1000 titles; subjects covered include astronomy, cartography, chemistry, computers, electronics, geology, industrial arts, materials science, and sound. In addition to a description and sale and rental price information, each entry contains information on the level of the intended audience. For further information, contact Audio-Visual Services, University Division of Media and Learning Resources, The Pennsylvania State University, Special Services Building, University Park, PA 16802 (800-826-0132 or 814865-6314). NIST has issued an improved version of a standard reference material (SRM) used for measuring cholesterol, glucose, sodium, potassium, and other constituents in blood. SRM 909a consists of six vials of freeze-dried human serum, three with normal levels of the organic and inorganic compounds, and three with elevated levels. The original SRM contained only normal levels. By using SRM 909a, labs and equipment manufacturers can calibrate their instruments at two points rather than one. For more information or to place an order, contact Standard Reference Materials Program, Bldg. 202, Rm. 204, NIST, Gaithersburg, MD 20899 (301-9756776).
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