Founding Members American Chemical Society (ACS) ACS is the world’s largest scientific organization. It was established in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1937 to encourage in the broadest and most liberal manner the advancement of chemistry in all its branches. American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) AIChE is a professional, technical, and educational association dedicated to promoting excellence in the development and practice of chemical engineering in an ever-expanding array of disciplines. Affiliate Members Alpha Chi Sigma Fraternity Alpha Chi Sigma is a professional chemistry fraternity dedicated to the advancement of chemistry both as a science and as a profession. American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) AACC is an international scientific/medical society of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists, and other individuals involved with clinical chemistry and other clinical laboratory science-related disciplines. American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) AATCC is the world’s largest textile chemistry membership society. It is dedicated to promoting increased knowledge of the application of dyes and chemicals in the textile industry. American Chemistry Council The American Chemistry Council is the principal chemical trade association in the United States. It is committed to making innovative products and services that make peoples lives better, healthier and safer, and to improved environmental, health, and safety performance through its Responsible Care program. American Institute of Chemists (AIC) AIC is a professional organization dedicated to fostering the advancement of the chemical profession in the United States. American Oil Chemists' Society (AOCS) AOCS is a society of professionals, students, and corporations involved in the science and technology of fats, oils, and related materials. American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) ASBMB is a scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing the science of biochemistry and molecular biology. American Society for Mass Spectrometry (ASMS) ASMS is a scientific society for the promotion and dissemination of knowledge of mass spectrometry and allied topics. American Organization of Analytical Chemists (AOAC) International AOAC International is an independent association of scientists in industry, academic, and government laboratories worldwide dedicated to analytical excellence and operating primarily in the area of food analysis and food safety. Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers, and related organizations across the United States and in 31 other nations. BIO members are involved in the research and development of health-care, agricultural, industrial, and environmental biotechnology products. Chemical Educational Foundation The Chemical Educational Foundation is dedicated to fostering a greater understanding of the science of chemistry and the benefits of chemicals. Its mission is to serve the chemical industry and the public by providing a comprehensive source of information and educational programs about the benefits, uses, and safe handling of chemicals. The Chemists' Club The Chemists' Club is one of the oldest and most respected chemical organizations in the country. It is an association of individuals engaged in management, marketing, processing, and research and development. Color Pigments Manufacturers Association (CPMA) CPMA is an industry trade association representing color pigment manufacturers across North America. Commercial Development and Marketing Association (CDMA) The CDMA is the leading professional organization dedicated to fostering, promoting, and sharing business practices for long-term growth and value creation in the chemical and allied industries. Council for Chemical Research (CCR) CCR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of research in chemistry-based sciences, engineering, and technology through productive interactions among industrial, academic, and government research sectors. The Electrochemical Society (ECS) ECS is an international educational organization concerned with a broad range of phenomena relating to electrochemical and solid-state science and technology. International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE) ISPE is is a global, not-for-profit membership organization that provides education, training, and technical publications to life-science professionals. It is committed to the advancement of the educational and technical efficiency of its members through forums for the exchange of ideas and practical experience. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) IUPAC is a global, non-government body that advances the worldwide aspects of the chemical sciences and contributes to the application of chemistry in the service of humanity. National Petrochemical Refiners Association (NPRA) NPRA was established in 1961 as a result of the merger of the National Petroleum Association and the Western Petroleum Refiners Association. It is the oldest continuing oil-industry association in the United States, dating back to 1902, with the founding of the National Petroleum Association. NPRA represents virtually all refining and petrochemical producers in the United States and has a significant number of non-U.S. companies as members. National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE) NOBCChE is an organization of professionals, academics, students, and other interested individuals with a mission to build an eminent community of scientists and engineers by increasing the number of minorities these fields. The North American Catalysis Society (NACS) NACS is a professional society that promotes and encourages the growth and development of the science of catalysis and those scientific disciplines ancillary thereto. Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) PhRMA is a body representing the United States' leading research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies devoted to inventing medicines that allow patients to live longer, healthier, happier, and more productive lives. Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy (Pittcon) Pittcon is the world's largest annual meeting and exposition dedicated to the fields of analytical chemistry, applied spectroscopy, and measurement technologies. It was founded by the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh and the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh. Plastics Pioneers Association The Plastics Pioneers Association is a society for industry leaders with long records of service who work to recognize achievement in the field of plastics and polymer science, engineering, technology, and management. It supports industry-wide educational programs and promotes the study and improvement of plastics science, engineering, and technology. Post Street Archives The Post Street Archives is a division of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation. The Archives' mission is to collect, preserve, and provide access to historical information about the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Family and the Dow Chemical Company. Société de Chimie Industrielle (American Section) The American section of the Paris-based international organization aids and encourages the use of scientific and engineering developments by the industry and offers solutions to current and long-term management and government issues of global concern. Society for Applied Spectroscopy The Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a society of scientific professionals organized to advance and disseminate knowledge and information concerning spectroscopy and allied sciences. Society of Chemical Industry (SCI), America Section The America section of the international organization founded in London advances applied chemistry in all its branches. Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) SCC is a society of individuals engaged in scientific or technical work in the cosmetics and toiletries industry, or in related governmental or academic areas. Its mission is to further the interests and recognition of cosmetic scientists while maintaining the confidence of the public in the cosmetic and toiletries industry. Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturers Association (SOCMA) SOCMA is the leading trade association serving the specialty-batch and custom chemical industry. It influences proposed and pending regulations by advocating sound science as their basis.