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RSC Regional Meetings2006
proud of the past
building the present
confident for the future
RSC Visionto be the most effective international organisation for advancing the chemical sciences
Staff
Strategic Plan
Members
Boards DivisionsForums
Council
GeneralAssembly
Interest groups
Sections
Strategy themes Increase our influence in key decision
making bodieswe will participate in, and influence, science and education policy discussions across the UK and with the EU, and ensure we are recognised as a key source of expertise and advice on the chemical sciences
Broaden our science basewe aim to nurture the core chemical sciences, expand our scientific footprint and enhance the support for the applied science
Foster the study and teaching of chemical sciences
we will encourage the study, and enhance the teaching, of the chemical sciences at all levels
Strategy themes Enhance the benefits of membership
we will become increasingly relevant, receptive and responsive to a broader range of chemical scientists across the UK, EU and more internationally
Promote professional qualifications and ethical conductwe will promote our professional qualifications, best practice in the chemical sciences and uphold the highest ethical standards
Enhance our publishing activitieswe will build upon our international reputation for excellence in publishing through strengthening our core products and by encompassing a broader footprint
Strategy themes Improve our channels of
communicationwe will enhance the perception and image of the chemical sciences and its practitioners amongst our members, the international scientific community and the general public
Pursue activities in partnerships with other organisationswe will build national and international alliances to further the impact of the chemical sciences and its practitioners
Strategy themes Improve our governance, structure and
financial planningwe will complete the review of our governance and structure and ensure the provision of resources for the effective delivery of the strategic plan
Investing in our staff and supporting our volunteerswe will develop our staff and support our volunteer network to deliver our strategy
Enhance our publishing activities Excellence Innovation Speed Value
Expand global reach Integrate with strategic plan Invest surplus in chemical science
RSC Publishing 23 Journals Historical 160 year archive Several databases (Analytical Abstracts,
Methods in Organic Synthesis…) Ca. 45 books/year Own web platform Based in Cambridge Ca. 150 staff
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RSC Journals: Speed
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RSC Journals: ValueBuy Tetrahedron or all these from the RSC…..
Chem Comm Dalton Trans PCCP Faraday Discussions The Analyst JAAS J Mater Chem New J Chem J Environmental Monitoring Green Chemistry Lab on a Chip Photochem & Photobiol Sci
Chem Soc Rev Natural Product Reports Annual Reports A, B & C Methods in Organic Synth Natural Product Updates Catalysts & Catalysed React Analytical Abstracts CrystEngComm A lease to the RSC archive
…and have $932 left over
RSC Journals: Charity Publishing is a central charter object All surplus invested in charitable RSC
activities World’s poorest countries get our front-list
journals for free World’s poorest countries get our archive
for free
Chemistry World Award winning - ALPSP
Best Magazine Vibrant news and features Excellent recruitment
medium Award winning journalist
Library & Information Centre Powerful information service Professional chemist librarians Trend towards remote e-access E-collection growing fast RSC journals available through LIC to
members RSC archive available through LIC to
members
Issues facing RSC Publishing Change of the business models to open
access, author-pays Strong competition for the best authors
from commercial publishers Decline in library funding relative to
scientific output The global nature of our markets Need for constant technical innovation
What Publishing delivers Fulfils part of the charitable remit of the
Society - dissemination of information Enhances the image of the RSC Provides a window to the chemistry
community Introduces a truly international component Generates income for charitable activities Activities integrated with L&P
Increase our influence in key decision making bodies Promote informed decision making on
science and education policy throughout government and funding agencies
Play a leading role in EuCheMS and lobbying activities in Brussels
Work with Funding Councils for strong sustainable chemical science base in HE
Continue to promote the Campaign for Chemistry
Broaden our science base Support core chemistry areas Continue expansion into related areas:
Materials Chemical biology Environment, Sustainability & Energy
Develop support for ‘applied sciences’ Build and support UK science infrastructure Increase our global science networks
Foster the study and teaching of chemical sciences
Foster the study and teaching of chemical sciences Improved CPD and careers advice Modernise curricula including practical work Influence ‘Building for Future’ initiative Broaden ‘AimHigher’ reach Address ‘Bologna issues’ Develop ‘Celebrities for Science’
Foster the study and teaching of chemical sciences
Enhance the benefits of membership Modernise range of
member benefits
Enhance the benefits of membership Modernise range of member benefits Broaden range of RSC publishing and
library products/services offered
Archive
On-line
Enhance the benefits of membership Enhance member networking and
international support Promote interest group activities as key
benefit Campaign for member views on key policy
issues Develop ‘one-stop-shop’ for careers Ensure RSC is relevant, receptive and
responsive to members’ needs
Promote professional qualifications and ethical conduct Ensure that standards required for MRSC,
FRSC and CChem are maintained and remain relevant
Active promotion of value of CChem with employers
Continued promotion and development of company training schemes
Develop CPD opportunities to support acquisition of designatory letters
Improve our channels of communication Broaden scope of Chemistry World and
RSC News Launch RSC News International Improve and expand RSC web site Enhance council-member contact through
national, regional and local meetings Become open transparent organisation
Pursue activities in partnerships with other organisations Continue to lead UK L&P initiatives through
Parliamentary LINKS days
Pursue activities in partnership with other organisations Become ‘partner of choice’ for others Support development of the CLC and
Science Council Collaborate with other UK bodies to
develop UK science base Closer collaboration with national chemical
societies Host 2009 IUPAC meeting and Chemistry
Olympiad
Improve our governance, structure and financial planning Review and modernise L&P governance Integrate new L&P structure with internal
RSC organisation Develop 5-year Financial Plan that supports
core activities and minimises risks in publishing and pensions
Investigate scope for external financial support
Review of L&P governance Review Group is Jim Feast & Elliot Finer,
supported by Tony Ashmore Group has invited submissions from Boards
and Committees, and all members via RSC News. Group is meeting with Chairs of committees. All views are welcome
Aim is to produce a draft report for consideration in Q2 2006
If feasible changes to occur at 2006 AGM
Investing in our staff and supporting our volunteers Recognise demands of the modern
workplace on member volunteers Encourage wider industry participation Provide appropriate training and support for
volunteers throughout the RSC Streamline administration to facilitate
member activities Ensure RSC staff are well trained to
anticipate future organisation and member needs
The next steps Council appreciates member feedback and
will respond to major themes Strategic Plan that reflects RSC priorities
posted on the Web Board objectives and staff goals integrated
with the Plan Further opportunities for input through RSC
News, Web site and Regional Meetings
General Assembly Feedback from participants indicated that
event was a success A good base to build on for future years 2006 will be in Glasgow over 17/18
November [Friday/Saturday] 2007 event will be on weekdays We would welcome any feedback and
views from members
New CEO David Giachardi retired in September 2005
after 5 years in the role Spencer Stuart were hired to help select his
successor Council set up a sub-group led by the
President to oversee the appointment Richard Pike joined the RSC on 1st
February 2006
Working in Scotland Links Day in Edinburgh is now firmly
established in the political calendar Through the Scottish Parliamentary advisor
the RSC is making an input to a range of science and educational policy consultations
RSC has good links with Scottish Funding Council
RSC would welcome suggestions for other areas for development
Working in Wales Assembly advisor has now been appointed First Links day in Cardiff was a great
success – led to RSC being asked to give evidence to Assembly committee
We now need to build on first event and establish it as a ‘must go to’ event for the Assembly & its members
RSC would welcome suggestions for other areas for development
Working in Ireland RSC is looking at how it can support the
development of the science across Ireland both in N Ireland Assembly, and Houses of the Oireachtas
Our aim is to work in partnership with local members and Institute of Chemistry of Ireland
RSC would welcome views and ideas for developing science and educational initiatives
RSC Regional Meetings2006
proud of the past
building the present
confident for the future