America
Established 1894
Meeting global challenges
Fostering innovation
We run a number of major events and meetings, including our annual Innovation Day.
Recognising and promoting excellence
Our Perkin, Moore and Chemical Industry Medals are the pinnacle of chemical industry.
Scholarships and opportunities
We help exceptional students take their first steps into industry.
Message from the Chair
Roger Kearns
NOVA Chemicals
SCI America was established in 1894 and was initially known as the New York Section. It was the first society in the United States to bring together those interested in industrial chemistry. Gradually, the membership of the New York Section spread throughout the country, and in 1919, the name was changed to the America Section to reflect the geographical breadth of its members. SCI America, from the very beginning, has drawn its members from the breadth and depth of the chemical and allied industries.
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Key Facts
SCI America supports the industry by offering scholarships and internships to underserved and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) chemistry and chemical engineering students; by providing an annual forum, Innovation Day, for R&D scientists of member companies to exchange research ideas and connect with others in their fields; and by recognising the achievements of those in the industry with three awards. For more details on all of SCI America's activities, visit sci-america.org.