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Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winners: Yahaya Yakubu
An interview with 2023 Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winner Yahaya Yakubu about their research on remedies for drug-resistant malaria
Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winners: Donna Hitlal
An interview with 2023 Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winner Donna Hitlal about her research on undergraduate chemistry education
Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winners: Tejesvi Patel
An interview with 2023 Commonwealth Chemistry Poster conference winner Tejesvi Patel about their work on treatment against microbial infections and microplastic remediation
How we set up the Chemical Society of The Gambia
Overcoming red tape and technical hurdles to bring together the country’s chemists in The Gambia as a chemical society
Empowerment of Women Chemists in the Commonwealth Countries
A webinar with inspirational talks on empowerment of women chemists and professional enhancement of early career chemists
Supporting Research Community Training Grants from the ACU
Funding that equips researchers with essential skills to enable them to succeed in their careers, whether they remain in academia, or move into other professional fields.
The World Academy of Sciences – Research and Project Grants
Research and project grants that support researchers in developing countries through purchasing specialised equipment and consumables.
Newton International Fellowships
This scheme provides a funding opportunity for early-career researchers from the broad discipline of natural sciences which includes biological and research and chemistry.
Pathways to Success
A webinar with inspirational talks on empowerment & personal development of early career chemists
Access to Analytical Facilities
The University of Warwick has a variety of excellent analytical facilities, some of which they are making available for free short-term projects globally
Wellcome Early-Career Awards
This scheme provides a funding opportunity for early-career researchers from any discipline who are ready to develop their research identity.
Commonwealth Chemistry Posters: 2023 winners
Announcing the 25 prize winners from our 4th annual online poster event.
Commonwealth Chemistry Posters: 2022 winners
Announcing the 25 prize winners from our 3rd annual online poster event.
Greener molecules for sustainable drug discovery
A new look at an old reaction makes complicated molecules in a cost- and resource-efficient way, leading to greener ways to turn molecules into medicines.
Harvesting waste heat to power Pakistan’s homes
One third of the global population use dangerous and inefficient cooking systems. 2021 Commonwealth Chemistry Posters prize-winner Uzma hopes her research will lead to access to sustainable, affordable, clean energy for every Pakistani home.
IYCN Experiment Database: Accessible resources for chemistry outreach
Downloadable resources available in multiple languages – including Arabic, Hindi, Malay, Swahili, Yoruba, and many more spoken in Commonwealth nations – designed to be easy to do at home, in a classroom, or at a local festival by chemists or non-chemists.
Investigating plant-based milks for the health of people and planet
The growing appetite for dairy-free products has seen a rise in the number of plant-based milks on offer in recent years. Consumers are seeking healthier, more sustainable, and more ethical alternatives to current plant- and animal-based foods.
Photocatalysis research hopes to bring accessible, safe drinking water to rural communities
Collaboration between the University of Edinburgh & Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur progresses our understanding of photocatalytic water treatment
Commonwealth Chemistry COP26 Statement on Sustainability and Critical Raw Materials
We recognise that greater reuse of critical raw materials will help meet the increased demand and reduce reliance on new extraction of CRMs.
Commonwealth Chemistry endorsed Chemical Pollution Policy Statement
We recognise that Chemical pollution is an urgent, critical issue for humanity, on equal footing with biodiversity loss and climate change
A Sustainable Chemistry Workforce for a Sustainable Future – Unlocking the potential of early career chemists across the Commonwealth
Commonwealth Chemistry’s report presents the findings of our survey of early career chemists across the Commonwealth.
Scientific writing and publishing for early-career researchers from the perspective of young chemists
This article written by early career chemists provides support and guidance in scientific writing and publishing to early career chemists.
Taking Chemistry to Market
Taking Chemistry to Market, in collaboration with Chemistry World, covers what it takes to turn a great chemistry idea into a successful business.
Careers Conversations
Careers Conversations hears chemists from across the Commonwealth talk about their career journeys. From academia to industry, consultants to work in government.
The Commonwealth iLibrary
The Commonwealth iLibrary offers wide-ranging research and knowledge to a variety of audiences, a key part of the organisation’s mission
Chemistry education online
This resource covers a variety of topics from online course design, to laboratory content and wellness to help chemistry education
How to set up a National Chemical Society
Dr Leonard Gitu shares his knowledge of setting up their national chemical society and offers advice on what to consider to ensure a successful launch
Commonwealth Chemistry COP26 Policy Statement
In November this year the UK will host the United Nations Climate Change Conference – Conference of the Parties 26 (COP26). The Executive Board of Commonwealth Chemistry recognises the urgency for action on climate change and the role of chemistry in tackling issues related to climate change. While we acknowledge that climate change affects the whole planet, Commonwealth nations are among those most affected.
Gender Responsive Pedagogy in Higher Education
A webinar on developing sustainable gender responsive pedagogy within higher education institutions in low-resource or low-infrastructure environments