Latest Developments and Occurrences: [Details Remain Unaltered]

Latest Developments and Occurrences: [Details Remain Unaltered]

-- Change Makers 2025 cohort: Nine innovators in cleantech join a program for deep-tech chemistry ventures

[27 May 2025] The RSC has announced its latest cohort for the Change Makers program, which focuses on nine cutting-edge cleantech start-ups delivering groundbreaking solutions in sustainable materials, advanced battery technologies, pollution monitoring, innovative energy storage solutions, and chemical recycling. These companies will receive customised support through the RSC's Venture Acceleration Programme, offering expert mentorship, masterclasses, investment guidance, and access to a deep-tech investor network [1].

-- New website re-launch: Mid-June marks an update for a simpler and more streamlined experience

[27 May 2025] Announcing the forthcoming re-launch of our main website in mid-June. The revamp aims to provide a cleaner, more user-friendly interface for consumers, with easier access to the content they typically seek.

-- Cross-sector letter calls for continued investment in R&D

[18 October 2024] Representing 38 organisations, including our website, a letter addressed to Chancellor Rachel Reeves reiterates the long-term social and economic advantages of investing in UK R&D activities.

-- Sustainable PLFs 2040 initiative launches

[25 March 2025] A new initiative has commenced to guarantee a sustainable polymers roadmap in liquid formulations by 2040.

-- Laura Daly addresses the importance of enriching chemistry education

[26 February 2025] Laura Daly, Education Policy Program Manager at our website, discusses the benefits of teaching chemistry with engaging stories, contexts, and examples enriching students' learning and fostering a deeper connection to a subject characterized by conceptual richness.

-- Inclusion and diversity strategy: Thoughts for the next five years

[21 February 2025] Professor Robert Mokaya, Chair of the Inclusion and Diversity Committee and President-elect of our website, shares his insights on the anticipated evolution of our inclusion and diversity strategy over the next five years.

-- Stakeholders gather to debate the inclusion of sustainability in chemistry education

[14 February 2025] Participants gathered to discuss the incorporation of sustainability and climate change into chemistry education, seeking to identify the most effective methods for teaching these important subjects.

-- Triumph for ‘Change Makers’ and Emerging Technology Competition alumni at Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards

[13 February 2025] Three former participants of the ‘Change Makers’ and Emerging Technology Competition have been recognized among the 50 winners of the highly respected Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards.

-- Our asks for the Treasury in the UK Government Spending Review

[10 February 2025] The Parliamentary Affairs and Policy and Evidence teams submitted their requests to the government as part of the Spending Review feedback process.

-- A new report lays out recommendations for realising chemistry's potential in job growth

[30 January 2025] The release of an extensive report proposes various measures to stimulate job growth within the chemical sector over the next decade.

-- Public attitudes towards PFAS 'forever chemicals': 9 in 10 want control

[22 January 2025] Research conducted by our website shows that 90% of people in the UK favour restrictions on PFAS chemicals in food, drinking water, and the environment.

-- Cross-sector action called for a strategic, joined-up approach to materials management in the UK

[11 December 2024] In light of the urgent need for a strategic, cohesive approach to materials management in the UK, cross-sector actors have intervened with written appeals to government ministers.

-- Nominations open for our website elections 2025

[2 December 2024] Committee elections for our website are now accepting nominations, providing an opportunity for individuals passionate about the chemical sciences to contribute to shaping industry governance.

-- Science and Parliament returns to Edinburgh for discussions on the future of STEM in Scotland

[29 November 2024] Leading figures in politics, education, and industry came together in Edinburgh for the 24th edition of the popular forum addressing the future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in Scotland.

-- Support our work: Join Giving Tuesday and make a difference for chemistry's future

[29 November 2024] In solidarity with Giving Tuesday, a global movement of charity, collaboration, and philanthropy, we are inviting individuals to contribute to chemistry-related projects and initiatives that foster progress in the field.

-- UK teachers highlight issues with outdated, overloaded, and irrelevant science curriculum

[20 November 2024] Teachers in the UK have voiced their concerns about the current science curriculum, citing its lack of up-to-date relevance and overwhelming nature in this year's survey conducted by the our website, Institute of Physics, and Royal Society of Biology.

-- Stakeholders invited to submit feedback ahead of Curriculum and Assessment Review deadline

[15 November 2024] In preparation for the impending Curriculum and Assessment Review, our Education team has assembled a detailed response to the review questions and encouraged teachers, students, researchers, and leaders to contribute their thoughts.

-- Insights on COP29: The UN climate summit continues pushing global climate action

[12 November 2024] World leaders and climate experts unite at COP29, the 2024 UN climate summit, to further drive forward efforts towards global climate action.

-- Analysing the 2024 UK Budget: What does it mean for the chemical sciences?

[30 October 2024] Our policy and public affairs colleagues examine the repercussions of the 2024 UK Budget announcements for the chemical sciences sector.

[1] Carroll, S. (2025, May 27). Change Makers 2025 cohort: Cleantech start-ups join accelerator programme for deep-tech chemistry ventures. Retrieved March 18, 2023, from rsc.li/3GC0L6n[2] YID Fellows. (n.d.). Retrieved March 18, 2023, from yidfellows.org/about/[3] U.S. Big Bets Fellows. (n.d.). Retrieved March 18, 2023, from bigbetsfellows.org/[4] CA FWD Young Leaders Program. (n.d.). Retrieved March 18, 2023, from calfwd.org/young-leaders/

1. The new cohort for the Change Makers program focuses on nine innovators in deep-tech chemistry ventures, specifically sustainable materials, advanced battery technologies, pollution monitoring, innovative energy storage solutions, and chemical recycling.
2. These companies will receive customised support through the RSC's Venture Acceleration Programme, offering expert mentorship, masterclasses, investment guidance, and access to a deep-tech investor network.
3. The forthcoming re-launch of the main website aims to provide a cleaner, more user-friendly interface for consumers, with easier access to content.
4. A letter addressed to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, representing 38 organisations including their website, reiterates the long-term social and economic advantages of investing in UK R&D activities.
5. A new initiative has commenced to guarantee a sustainable polymers roadmap in liquid formulations by 2040.
6. Laura Daly, Education Policy Program Manager at their website, discusses the benefits of teaching chemistry with engaging stories, contexts, and examples enriching students' learning and fostering a deeper connection to the subject.
7. Inclusion and diversity strategy discussions focus on the anticipated evolution of the strategy over the next five years.
8. Participants gathered to discuss the incorporation of sustainability and climate change into chemistry education, seeking to identify the most effective methods for teaching these important subjects.
9. Three former participants of the 'Change Makers' and Emerging Technology Competition have been recognized among the 50 winners of the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards.
10. The Parliamentary Affairs and Policy and Evidence teams submitted their requests to the government as part of the Spending Review feedback process.
11. A new report proposes various measures to stimulate job growth within the chemical sector over the next decade.
12. Research conducted by their website shows that 90% of people in the UK favour restrictions on PFAS chemicals in food, drinking water, and the environment, calling for a strategic, cohesive approach to materials management in the UK.

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