Chemical sciences

The chemical sciences are at the heart of Scotland’s economy and underpin its key life sciences, energy and electronics industries.

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Winning Through Innovation
Aberdeen
16 March 2010
Scottish Technology Showcase 2010
Glasgow
26 May 2010
First IUTAM Symposium in Scotland
27-30 July 2010

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Scotland has the formula for your success

Our chemical sciences team works in partnerships with Chemical Sciences Scotland to ensure the chemical sciences have a vibrant future, creating high value opportunities for skilled people and innovative companies.

Find out more about the chemical sciences industry in Scotland at the Chemical Sciences Scotland website

You can also read the monthly Chemical Sciences Scotland newsletter to keep up to date with what’s going on

Strategy and Action Plan

We support the industry-led Chemical Sciences Strategy and Action Plan. The action plan is delivered in partnership with Chemical Sciences Scotland.

The objective is “to ensure that a vibrant and competitive chemical sciences industry exists in Scotland in 20 years time”.

The aims of the strategy will be achieved by implementing a 10-point plan covering five topics –

  • sustainability;
  • innovation;
  • skills;
  • reputation; and
  • investment.

You can download the Chemicals strategy and its summary for the industry at Chemical Sciences Scotland.

Feedback

Contact us if you would like to give us any feedback or comment on the strategy