We are running out of time to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. To make real progress we need to work in partnership across borders, whether geographic or scientific. Research has shown that bringing together different people and perspectives leads to much more creative problem solving. That is why we chose the theme of “Partnerships for the Goals” for this Congress. Our three scientific themes are based on the Sustainable Development Goals, and our opening panel discussion will bring together influential members of our community to share how Commonwealth researchers can contribute to achieving these goals. Other panel discussions focus on Transformation of the Commonwealth Chemical Industry, Gender Equality and Reduced Inequalities, Machine Learning and AI in the Chemical Sciences, and Open Access Publishing, providing a quality, inspirational education to all. Alongside early career researchers, we are proud to welcome key stakeholders, influencers, and senior members of our Commonwealth community in these conversations. We want to foster a collaborative approach, through which we can all benefit from dialogue that builds broader impact and outputs to make a real difference across our Commonwealth of nations. We welcome you all to this long-awaited Commonwealth Chemistry Congress and look forward to an exciting and stimulating meeting.
Professor Sir Richard Catlow Chair, Scientific Organising Committee University College London, United Kingdom
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