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This report by the American Chemical Society (ACS) highlights key ethical issues of importance to members, providing data on their perceived significance and preferences for resource allocation. The report outlines the strategic vision, mission, and goals of the ACS Committee on Ethics, aiming to lead a culture of ethics in the field of chemistry. It emphasizes the development and dissemination of educational products, collaborative programming on ethics, and increasing members' recognition of the value of ethics in their careers and society. This comprehensive document serves as a guide for promoting ethical decision-making among chemists and fostering a responsible professional community.
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American Chemical Society Committee on Ethics (ETHX) Report to Council, August 28, 2019 Judith N. Currano, Chair
ETHX Strategic Planning Outcomes • Vision: Leading a culture of ethics in chemistry • Mission: To provide and promote resources and activities that educate, guide, and recognize chemists in ethical decision making • Strategic goals: • By 2023, we will develop and disseminate five educational products for use by local sections • Develop collaborative programming on ethics with other groups both inside and outside of the ACS • Increase the members’ recognition of the value of ethics in their careers and its impact on society American Chemical Society
Ethical Issues of Importance to Members, by Percentage of Respondents • Q: Please indicate how important each of these ethical areas are. (n=2509) Data provided by Edge Research American Chemical Society Very Important Somewhat Important
Top Ethical Issues to which to Direct Resources Q: Please rank order your top 3 ethics issues for which you would like to see more resources available #2 #3 (n=2509) #1 Data provided by Edge Research American Chemical Society