Agent TypeOrganisationActivities & OccupationsProfessional organisationsHistoryFormed in 1916, with a draft constitution completed in January 1917 and the inauguration of state branches later that year, the Institute soon produced a "Schedule of Qualifications" for membership and by 1932 had received its Royal Charter with the support of the Institute of Chemistry following Professor (Sir) David Rivett's discussion of qualification standards with that body. Regional and special interest groups were formed from the 1930's. Apart from activities designed for the profession, the Institute has promoted chemistry through public events such as the "Chemex" exhibitions and "Chemistry Week".
![[1977.0067] Consolidated Records of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute](/img/placeholder.gif?1773707079 "[1977.0067] Consolidated Records of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute")