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In the spirit of reconciliation the Royal Australian Chemical Institute acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

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We exist to support chemistry. We play a leading role by promoting the science, practice, and positive impact of chemistry to all.

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We have 15 divisions and one in development, each specialising in a field of chemical science.
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Our Branches, one in every state and territory, helps build a sense of community by organising outreach events, and providing educational resources to foster interest in the chemical sciences.

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Congress 2026

Mark your calendars! Join Dr. Killugudi Swaminatha Iyer, Prof. Kliti Grice and Prof. Zachary Aman at the National Congress 2026 in Perth, Western Australia from 06 - 10 July. The theme for Congress 2026 will be 'Enabling innovation in a carbon constrained world', we look forward to a dynamic exchange of ideas. See you in Perth!

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December

2024 RACI R&D Topics Conference in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry (AND1657)

Dec 1 - 4, (ET)

Sandy Bay, TAS, Australia
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2

December

SA RACI Physical, Polymer and Materials Chemistry Symposium (SMG1716)

Dec 2, 09:00 - 17:00 (ACST)

Adelaide, SA, Australia
Monday

2

December

ACT Branch End of Year Awards Night (ACB1725)

Dec 2, 17:30 - 19:00 (ET)

Braddon, ACT, Australia

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Apply Now: 2024 RACI National Awards - Celebrating Excellence in Chemistry!

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Announcing the 2024 RACI National Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Chemistry! We are thrilled to kick off the 2024 Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) National Awards! These prestigious ...

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