ACS Position Statements

Thomas Lane

"I am deeply honored for the opportunity to serve the American Chemical Society as 2009 president. I believe in the ACS, our vision, and the power of our membership. The complexities of the issues before us require proactive listening, clear, concise communication and decisive actions.  The very fiber of the chemical enterprise is changing. We must leverage our strength and the power of our membership to influence the future of our discipline. As your president, this is where I will focus our collective efforts."

Education

   I pledge to keep Education and Science Literacy at the forefront of our thinking and pivotal in our actions.

Relationships

   I pledge to keep an open mind, to hear all voices, & practice tolerance and acceptance as the ACS continues to reach out; building new and productive relationships that support our strategic plan.

Outcomes

   I pledge to help develop outcome-based metrics to guide the ACS on our journey.