The two chemists have decoded the blueprints for the manufacture of many of nature's more beneficial products, including vitamin B 12 . The meeting is open to everyone interested, regardless of their membership in the organization. The theme is Chemistry 2000 and Beyond with a focus on biochemical issues. There will be the usual discussion groups dealing with issues pertinent to chemistry departments in liberal arts colleges. The National Microscale Chemistry Center, located at Merrimack College in North Andover, MA, will offer several workshops in fall 2000, spring 2001, and fall 2001.
Early registration is advised.
In recognition of the changes in higher education science courses, the Royal Society of Chemistry will publish a major new series of undergraduate chemistry textbooks, collectively known as Tutorial Chemistry Texts. The series, launched in May 2000 with Reactions and Characterization of Solids , concentrates on the fundamental areas of chemistry taught in undergraduate science courses. Each book provides a concise account of the basic principles underlying a given subject and is 200 pages long. There is a strong emphasis on independent learning. Ten CCG Excellence Awards will be given out each year at the two ACS national meetings.