Dear ACS Network Community,
As part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and serving the evolving needs of our members, the ACS Network (communities.acs.org) will be permanently retired in 2026.
Why This Change?
Recent audits and user research have shown a steady decline in engagement across the ACS Network. In response, ACS is investing in new platforms designed to better support how you share information, connect with peers, and collaborate—tailored to meet the demands of your busy professional and personal lives.
What to Expect
Over the coming months, you may notice certain features and content gradually becoming unavailable. Full access to the ACS Network will end on January 31, 2026.
What Will Remain Available?
- You will be able to log in and view your profile until January 31, 2026.
- The “Ask a Chemist” and “Ask the Community” discussion spaces will close on December 31, 2025.
What You Should Do
- If you maintain a personal space on the ACS Network, please delete any personally identifiable information and download any important documents you’ve uploaded.
- If you are an officer or leader within an ACS Committee, Local Section, or Division, please contact your ACS staff liaison for guidance on saving or removing group content.
- No action is required if you do not manage any group spaces.
Stay Connected
We deeply appreciate your contributions to the ACS Network—your questions, insights, and collaborations have helped build a vibrant community. While the platform is sunsetting, ACS remains committed to fostering connection and engagement.
Looking for your favorite groups and communities? You can still find ACS Committees, Local Sections, and Divisions at acs.org. And you can still subscribe to the GCI Nexus Blog for updates and insights.
If you’d like to share feedback or participate in future user research, we’d love to hear from you. Contact ACSNetworkFeedback@acs.org
