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What We Do: Publications

IOCD and its scientists have published a range of papers, reports and brochures over the years, highlighting the work of the organization and the field of the chemical sciences and its role in development. Many of them can be directly accessed or downloaded through the links provided:
Articles in Journals and Magazines
Working Papers, Reports, Web Articles, and Press Statements Published by IOCD
See also additional publications on these IOCD web pages:
IOCD Brochures and Newsletters
Lectures and Presentations at Meetings
  • S. A. Matlin. Chemistry for the sustainability of people and planet: Why chemists need systems thinking. Lecture presented 6 January 2022 at the XVII National Organic Symposium Trust Conference for Research Scholars (JNOST 2022), University of Hyderabad, India. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, posted online February 2022. Slides; Text.
  • S. A. Matlin. Applying systems thinking to chemistry and agriculture for sustainability. Workshop held at Sustainable Chemistry and Agriculture: 7th Summer School on Sustainable Chemistry for Sustainable Development, Institute of Sustainable Chemistry, Leuphana University 12-16 July 2021. Session: Concepts of Sustainable Chemistry Thursday 15th July 2021. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, posted online February 2022. Slides.
  • S. A. Matlin. Chemistry and agriculture: approaching sustainability using systems thinking. Presented at Sustainable Chemistry and Agriculture: 7th Summer School on Sustainable Chemistry for Sustainable Development, Institute of Sustainable Chemistry, Leuphana University 12-16 July 2021. Session: Concepts of Sustainable Chemistry Wednesday 14th July 2021. Slides; Text.
  • P.G. Mahaffy, T. Holme, S.A. Matlin, J. Stewart, M. Whalen. Strengthening the role and relevance of the chemical sciences for the future of our planet: Systems thinking in chemistry education.. Paper presented at 48th IUPAC World Conference on Chemistry Education / 104th Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition: Solving Global Challenges with Chemistry. Symposium: Systems Thinking in Chemistry Education. Virtual Conference, 13-20 August 2021. Abstract.
  • S. A. Matlin, P. G. Mahaffy, K. Kümmerer. Sustainability of paper and paperboard as a contextual approach to applying systems thinking in chemistry education. Paper presented at 48th IUPAC World Conference on Chemistry Education / 104th Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition: Solving Global Challenges with Chemistry. Symposium: Systems Thinking in Chemistry Education. Virtual Conference, 13-20 August 2021. Abstract; Text; Slides.
  • J. M. Whalen, P. G. Mahaffy, J. J. Stewart, T. A. Holme, S.A. Matlin. Ammonia: smelling salts for systems thinking in chemistry education. Paper presented at 48th IUPAC World Conference on Chemistry Education / 104th Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition: Solving Global Challenges with Chemistry. Symposium: Systems Thinking in Chemistry Education. Virtual Conference, 13-20 August 2021. Abstract.
  • S.A. Matlin, L. Keßler, K. Kümmerer. Chemistry, sustainability and textiles in a post-trash society. Paper presented at 5th Green and Sustainable Chemistry Conference, Dresden, 10-11 November 2020. XX, 10 November 2020.
  • S.A. Matlin. Reorienting the future of chemistry through systems thinking in chemistry education. In: 15th European Conference on Research in Chemical Education, ECRICE 2020, Excellence and Innovation in Chemistry Teaching & Learning, Webinar 6 July 2020. Symposium 2 - Systems Thinking in Chemistry Education, Abstract No. 10, Book of Abstracts, p10.
  • S.A. Matlin. The changing landscape of health innovation networks to foster research and development. Paper presented at the 2019 World Conference on Access to Medical Products — Achieving the SDGs 2030, 19-21 November 2019, New Delhi, India. Text; Slides.
  • G. Mehta. Dimensionality of Chemistry — A 21st Century science for global sustainability. Lecture in: Symposium Advances in Chemical Research (ACR2021), Gitam University, India 19 April 2021. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, April 2020, 45p.
  • G. Mehta. Chemistry — A 21st Century science for global sustainability: Is it future ready? CSIR Foundation Day Lecture at the National Geophysical Research Institute, Hyderabad, 27 September 2019.
  • P. G. Mahaffy, S.A. Matlin. Systems thinking in chemistry education: An IUPAC project. Presented to the IUPAC Committee on Chemistry Education Meeting at the 47th IUPAC World Chemistry Congress, Paris, 7-8 July 2019.
  • P. G. Mahaffy, S.A. Matlin. Systems thinking in chemistry education. Poster presented at 47th IUPAC World Chemistry Congress, Paris, 7-12 July 2019.
  • P. G. Mahaffy, S.A. Matlin. Systems thinking to educate about the molecular basis of sustainability. Paper presented at 47th IUPAC World Chemistry Congress, Paris, 7-12 July 2019.
  • S.A. Matlin, P.G. Mahaffy. Systems thinking, green chemistry and the molecular basis of sustainability. Paper presented at the 4th Green and Sustainable Chemistry Conference, Dresden, 6 May 2019. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, May 2019. Text; slides.
  • S.A. Matlin, P.G. Mahaffy. Systems thinking: A vital contribution to strengthening the role of chemistry in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Presentation at the CHED Symposium, 1 April 2019, UN Sustainable Development Goals: Unique Opportunities for the Chemical Enterprise, during the American Chemical Society National Meeting, 31 March – 4 April 2019, Orlando, FL, USA.
  • S.A. Matlin. The Chemical Sciences and a sustainable future. Based on TGH Jones Memorial Lecture presented at the University of Queensland, 16 July 2018. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2018. Text; Slides.
  • S.A. Matlin. Chemistry and health: the need for a comprehensive approach. Lecture given at the School of Chemistry & Molecular Biosciences, University of Queensland: 17 July 2018. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur 2018. Text; Presentation.
  • P.G. Mahaffy, S.A. Matlin. Seeing the forest while in the trees: systems thinking in science education. Keynote presentation at the 25th International Conference on Chemistry Education, Sydney, 10-14 July 2018.
  • P.G. Mahaffy, S.A. Matlin. Addressing human outcomes in chemistry education through a systems thinking orientation - an IUPAC Systems Thinking In Chemistry Education (STICE) project update. Paper presented at 101st Canadian Chemistry Conference and Exhibition, Edmonton, AB, Canada, 27-31 May 2018. Abstract for Oral Presentation on 28 May.
  • S.A. Matlin, P.G. Mahaffy. One-World Chemistry: Implications for Education. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, September 2017.
  • S.A. Matlin. One-World Chemistry for a Sustainable Future. RSC Lecture, University of Sunderland: 22 March 2017. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2017. Text; Presentation.
  • G. Mehta. Dimensionality of chemistry: a science for global sustainability in the 21st Century. Inaugural Lecture, National Conference on New Vistas in Chemical Research, IIS University, Jaipur, India, 18-19 January 2017.
  • S.A. Matlin. The Contribution of the Chemical Sciences to Global Progress: Achievements, Prospects and Challenges. Paper presented at Gordon Conference on Chemistry Education Research & Practice: Chemistry Education as an Agent in Global Progress. Bates College, Lewiston ME, USA, 21-26 June 2015. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur 2015.
  • S.A. Matlin. Chemical Sciences for Development: Potential and Prospects.. Lecture presented at the Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications Research Centre, Institut national de la recherche scientifique, University of Quebec, 22 July 2014. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2014. Text; Presentation.
  • S.A. Matlin. ChemKnowBase: A new internet-based knowledge resource to support teachers and learners in chemistry. Paper presented at 23rd IUPAC International Conference on Chemistry Education, Toronto, 13-18 July 2014. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2014. Text; Presentation.
  • S.A. Matlin. Chemistry Education for the 21st Century. Opening paper presented at IOCD-CHEMRAWN Consultative Meeting on Chemistry Education for the 21st Century, Namur, 13-15 January 2014. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2014.Text; Presentation.
  • S.A. Matlin. New challenges in the chemical sciences for development. Paper presented at the Joint NARC-IOCD International Symposium and Public Seminar, ‘Chemical Development: Chemistry, a Crossway Towards Interdisciplinary Science’, Namur, Belgium, 5 July 2012. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 2012.
  • S.A. Matlin. Globalization and development: The critical role of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis. Keynote Paper at the 23rd International Symposium on Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis (23PBA), João Pessoa, Brazil, 9-12 October 2011.
  • S.A. Matlin. History of IOCD. Presentation at consultation on future strategy of IOCD. International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development, Namur, 10-11 March 2011.
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