Growth of the chemistry discipline over the last 120 years, as documented by the SAJS

This article demonstrates how SAJS has played a significant role in validating and documenting scientific breakthroughs in chemistry, among other disciplines.As a central discipline, chemistry has contributed to economic and industrial growth in manufacturing, mining, health, food, water, energy and other industry sectors.The discipline supports the implementation of nearly 12 of the 17 United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals 2030.Chemistry, through research and innovation, will continue to play a significant role in responding to emerging technologies that drive industrial revolution, with artificial intelligence as one of the enablers.