The American Chemical Society is a congressionally chartered independent membership organization which represents professiona ... ls at all degree levels and in all fields of the chemical sciences. The San Diego Section had its inception in October, 1940, when Dudley Robinson of State College (now San Diego State University) organized a movement to secede from the Southern California Section and form a local section.The charter for the San Diego Section was granted on April 7, 1941 at the National Meeting, with 23 members listed and Ambrose Nichols, Jr. elected the first Chair. The membership growth was initially slow, but with the expansion of educational and research institutions in San Diego our Section is now in the Large category with some 2400+ members and six allotted Councilors. A nonprofit organization, ACS San Diego is at the forefront of the evolving chemical enterprise and the premier professional home for chemists, chemical engineers and related professions in and around San Diego. We strive to make an impact in the San Diego area through monthly meetings, outreach in the local community and various public events amongst many others. We also release our own publication, The San Diego Chemist, every month to keep our membership aware of upcoming events and current news. read more