Reflecting on a Year of Elements

The Periodic Table of Younger Chemists (PTYC) arose from a group of aspiring scientists in attendance at the 2017 World Chemistry Leadership Meeting in Sao Paulo, Brazil. This project was a celebration of the 100th anniversary of IUPAC and the International Year of the Periodic Table. IUPAC and the International Younger Chemists Network (IYCN) joined forces to create the PTYC and honor rising stars in chemistry from around the world. Beginning in July 2018 and ending in July 2019 at the World Chemistry Congress, we unveiled and honored a diverse group of 118 outstanding younger chemists who embody the mission and core values of IUPAC. The resulting Periodic Table highlights the diversity of careers, outreach participation, and dedication to the chemistry community of those leading us into the next century of IUPAC.