SciFinder Future Leaders in Chemistry Program -- Opportunity

We are delighted to announce the 2015 SciFinder Future Leaders in Chemistry program. One of your Ph.D. students or postdoctoral researchers could be selected to help shape the future of chemical information!

During an all-expense-paid trip this August 10-20, participants get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at SciFinder and see first-hand how CAS builds and maintains the most authoritative chemistry databases in the world. Participants also:

• Share their unique perspectives on chemical information
• Learn tips to improve their SciFinder skills
• Explore alternative careers in chemistry
• Visit prestigious Central Ohio research organizations such as The Ohio State University, TechColumbus and Battelle Memorial Institute

They will also travel to Boston, MA to attend the 250th ACS National Meeting and Exposition, "a platform to present, publish, discuss and exhibit the most exciting research discoveries and technologies in chemistry and its related disciplines."

We encourage you and colleagues from your chemistry and related science departments to identify Ph.D. students and postdocs to apply for this unique opportunity. To request promotional materials, including flyers, posters and postcards, click here or email futureleaders@cas.org.

Eligible applicants should apply at www.cas.org/futureleaders by Sunday, April 5, 2015.

We look forward to meeting your future leaders in chemistry!

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