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Education & OutreachEducation and outreach is a major component of the ACA's organizational philosophy. The ACA is committed to supporting educational and research experiences for everyone. It is through education and outreach activities that we will inspire the next generation of scientists and crystallographers.
The ACA supports outreach and education in science, including activities such as crystal growing competitions, educational videos, and events for the public. The ACA has been honored to support a number of different endeavors, all over the United States and for all different ages and educational levels.
The ACA will sponsor educational activities that are of benefit to crystallographers, scientists and/or educators. These events may involve the entire crystallographic community or just some part. They may be schools, workshops, courses or publications. While it is impossible to characterize all potential educational activities, they will typically fall into three broad categories: ![]() ![]() ![]()
The primary mission of the ACA is to promote the study of the structure of matter, and to advance the tools and methods used in such studies. The specific initiatives through which the ACA pursues this mission are articulated and driven by its members. As a matter of policy, the ACA does not provide financial support to initiatives originating outside of its membership (e.g., initiatives proposed by outside organizations). Find Out More & Apply for ACA Sponsorship:The ACA's goal is to promote the study of the structure of matter and feels that inspiring a new generation, assisting current students and offering continuing education for established scientists is incredibly important. If there is an initiative that falls within the parameters of the ACA's sponsorship policy, while we do not guarantee sponsorship, we encourage the submission of a sponsorship request. The deadlines to submit requests are April 1st, June 1st and October 1st each year. Summer Course Requirements/Sponsorship Information Sponsorship Of Educational Activities If granted the ACA may request the inclusion of the ACA logo at the proposed event. At the conclusion of the event or sponsorship the ACA should be provided with testimonials and/or photos of the event for promotional purposes online or in any of the ACA print publications.
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