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Visitors explore the science of food—and fun!—at Institute’s “What’s for Lunch?” festival.

Guided tours of the Othmer Library of Chemical History begin June 18.

Museum staff share their insights into our Lunchtime exhibition and a coconut from our collections used in early MRI imaging research.

Join us for a free, daylong celebration of the history of food science on Saturday, June 14, 11am–3pm.

Othmer Gold Medal, Bolte Award, and AIC Gold Medal to be presented on May 7 in Philadelphia.

The multiculturalism advocate passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 75.

Bunk, the University of Richmond’s online history project, names Jayson Porter’s recent piece a best-of 2024.

The prestigious award will be presented by the Institute and the Founders Club on March 24, 2025, during AFPM’s International Petrochemical Conference in San Antonio.

Help us win by voting once a day now through January 19.

Extensive project includes a lobby redesign, installation of new exhibition space, and addition of a digital production studio and gift shop.

The noted analytical chemist, entrepreneur, and researcher will be honored at the 2025 conference in Boston this March.

Funds will support new research projects, including collections archiving and a conference on the history and future of biotechnology.

Researchers can apply by January 15 for various long- and short-term programs, including a new $2,500 fellowship at the British Library.

The French philosopher and historian will be honored for her contributions to the history and philosophy of chemistry on November 6 in Paris.

The sold-out crowd explored the surprising history behind the school lunch with a themed food tasting, chalkboard memory wall, and curator’s talk.

Visitors will uncover the surprising story behind the school lunch.

“Storytelling as Pedagogy” program explored using scientific biographies in the classroom and beyond.