The Central Regional Meeting 2026 (CERM 2026) of the American Chemical Society will be held at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center in Covington, KY, from November 14–17, 2026, with technical sessions taking place November 15–17 and short courses on November 14.

This year’s theme, “Chemistry Beyond Boundaries: Building Trust, Breaking Myths,” highlights the critical role of chemistry in addressing global challenges while fostering transparency, collaboration, and trust across disciplines and communities. Join us for dynamic technical sessions, engaging poster presentations, and meaningful opportunities to connect with fellow chemists across academia, industry, and government. 

Conference housing will be available at the 4-star Cincinnati Marriott at Rivercenter. This conveniently located hotel offers direct access to the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. On-site accommodations include a restaurant, indoor pool, and hotel fitness center. From the hotel, there are vibrant dining and nightlife options in Covington, Kentucky or across the river in Cincinnati, Ohio making the Cincinnati Marriott at Rivercenter a convenient, centralized location for conference attendees.

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Registration Cancellation Procedure and Policy

Registrants may cancel their CERM 2026 registration by emailing CERM@acs.org. If the cancellation request is received by September 7, 2026, registrants will be refunded the registration fee less a $25 administration fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations received after eptember 7, 2026. Registrants may be replaced by other individuals but must use the same form of payment as the original registrant.  Any refunds owed will be completed 30 days after the event concludes.