The oil price and the raw materials hit record high as the global climate is heating up. The situation is predicted to get worse as the time goes on. Unfortunately, we need to import every drop of the oil and all the raw materials from other countries; we simply do not have the resources except sun light and water. How can we survive in a comfortable way under this situation? What are the challenges and opportunities for the chemistry community in Taiwan? I will discuss our reactions in Taiwan to the global changes in terms of chemical education, chemical research, chemical industry and government policies. In addition, I will try to provide solutions to the challenges.

Challenges and opportunities of the chemistry community in Taiwan after the recent economic crisis

245th National Meeting (2013)

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