Chemistry at the Centre of Molecular Science & Nanotechnology

In conjunction with

1st Asian Chemistry Research Fair (ACRF-1) 2013 and

The 4th Asia-America Chemical Symposium (A2CS) on Advanced Materials

August 19-23, 2013 • Resort World Sentosa, Singapore

Organised by

Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC)

Under the auspices of

Federation of Asian Chemical Societies (FACS)

www.15acc.org

IntroductionThe Asian Chemical Congress (ACC) is held at two yearly intervals hosted by the members of the Federation of Asian Chemical Societies (FACS) which comprises 28 chemical societies of countries and territories in the Asia Pacific.

15th ACC @ Singapore will be an exciting conference in chemistry for the Asian community to strengthen current networks and to establish new collaborative links within Asian community and also with the rest of the world. The scientific program comprises sessions that illustrate the relevance and value of chemistry in modern science and technology.

15 ACC will cover but not limit to the following technical themes:

• Biological Chemistry • Chemical Analysis & Characterisation • Chemicals from Biomass • Chemistry in Urban Living • Chemistry Education in Emerging Asian Economies • Education in Chemistry • Functional Foods • General Chemistry • Green Synthesis & Catalysis • Metal-Organic Frameworks • Molecular Photonics & Electronics • Molecular Therapeutics & Diagnostics • Polymers & Supramolecules • Sustainable Energy • The Interface Between Chemistry & Materials • Water Chemistry and Engineering

15 ACC also features the following 3 special sessions to celebrate the success in Asian Chemistry Related Research.

• Asian Rising Stars • History of ACC • Pioneers from Asia

LanguageThe official language of 15 ACC is English.

Invitation to Present Papers at 15 ACCInterested presenters for 15 ACC, either oral (15 minutes) or poster (size A0), are invited to submit a softcopy of 1-page abstract using the template downloaded (www.15acc.org/forms) online following the submission instructions. The deadline of submission is 15 March 2013.

15ACC Secretariat1 Liang Seah Place, #02–11 Liang Seah Street, Singapore 189022Tel: (65) 6336 2328 Fax: (65) 6336 2583Email: 15acc@cma.org

15th Asian Chemical Congress (15 ACC) 2013August 19-23, 2013 • Resort World Sentosa, Singapore

RegistrationAll delegates for 15 ACC, either oral (15 minutes) or poster (size A0), are requested register online via the link of www.15acc.org/registration following the instructions. The deadline of early bird registration is 30 Mar 2013.

Registration Fees Early-bird

(before 30 Mar 2013)Regular

(from 1 Apr – 18 Aug 2013) On-Site Registration

Presenters & Delegates S$670 S$750 S$850

FACS Members S$640 S$680 S$750

Full-Time Students S$540 S$600 S$700

Registration online is required.

Only 15 ACC registered delegates are given the access to the conference events. Registered delegated are also entitled to the following privileges:

• Attendance at the 15 ACC reception• Attendance at all scientific programmes of 15 ACC• Lunches and tea-break refreshment during 15 ACC

Social ProgrammesThe following social programmes have been arranged for 15 ACC participants:• 15 ACC welcome reception on Monday, 19 Aug, 2013• 15 ACC conference gala dinner on Friday, 23 Aug, 2013 (per pax: advanced booking S$130; on-site S$150)

Important DatesFirst announcement brochure: 20 Jul, 2012Deadline for submission of abstracts: 28 Feb 2013Final announcement brochure: 31 May 2013Deadline for early-bird registration: 30 Mar 2013

AccommodationsSpecial accommodation rates have been obtained for 15 ACC participants at selected hotels. Interested delegates are invited to book through 15 ACC website online.

15ACC Website: www.15acc.org Further information on 15 ACC can be found at 15 ACC website that is updated regularly.

First Asian Chemical Research Fair (ACRF-1)This is a premium education & school research initiative for selected students in the pre-university and senior secondary schools to showcase their research projects of exceptional qualities to an international audience of pioneering researchers and frontier scientists in a dedicated forum at 15 ACC. All projects will be presented as posters on Day 1 of 15 ACC and judged by a panel comprising Nobel Laureates and eminent scientists. Shortlisted projects will be orally presented on Day 4 of 15 ACC and awarded at the Conference Banquet. First prize would include a sponsored-trip to an international conference.

Students of pre-university and senior secondary schools from all FACS member society countries are encouraged to participate. Other international students of comparable qualification are also welcome. A special discounted registration rate is applied.

15th Asian Chemical Congress (15ACC) 2013 Registration Form

PERSONAL PARTICULARS (Please print your particulars in Block Letters)

Prof Dr Mr Mrs Mdm Ms Family Name (Surname)

First Name Organisation Mailing Address State Zip Code Country Country / Area Code Tel: Fax: Email Speakers Category Invited/ Oral Poster

Fee - In Singapore Dollar & Includes 7% Goods & Services Tax Registration Category (fees not inclusive of

Conference Banquet) Early Bird

(before 30 Mar 2013) Standard Rate

(from 1 Apr - 18 Aug 2013) On-Site

Registration Presenters & Delegates S$670 S$750 S$850

FACS Members Member ID:________ S$640 S$680 S$750

Full-Time Students Member ID:________ S$540 S$600 S$700

Additional Purchase (Optional) Conference Banquet Voucher No. of Tickets : ______________ S$130

Conference Banquet Voucher (purchase on-site) No. of Tickets : ______________ S$150

Admin Fee if payment is made by Cashier's Order / TT / Bank Draft - Please add: S$ 60

Grand Total Payable in SGD$ Withdrawal/Cancellation Policy & Invoices - An administration fee of SGD65 applies for any withdrawal/cancellation before 19 June, 2013. Withdrawal made between 20 June to 19 July, 2013 will be subjected to 50% of the registration fees as cancellation fee. We regret that there will be no refund for withdrawal/cancellation received after 20 July, 2013 but replacement of participant is allowed. Unless otherwise specified, mailing address on invoices shall follow registrant address on the registration form. Please return the Registration Form together with payment to the Conference Secretariat. Registration will only be confirmed once full payment is received.

M E T H O D O F P A Y M E N T

By Telegraphic Transfer in Singapore Dollars - The Secretariat will provide you with the bank details. By Bank Draft/Cheque in Singapore Dollars drawn on a bank in Singapore and made payable to

"CMA International Consultants Pte Ltd". All payments must be received in FULL, free of any bank charges. Bank Draft/Cheque Number is __________________________ from issuing bank ___________________________________ An additional bank clearance / service charge of S$60 will be payable by you should payment be made in other currencies. By Credit Card.

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