2. GOALS AND MISSION

As was stated in its earlier Bylaws, "the object of the Division is to advance knowledge and understanding of the processes of polymerization and of the chemical constitution and chemical and physical properties of the polymeric materials, and to promote basic research in these fields".

In 1993, the Bylaws were changed to reflect in some detail what the Division is concerned with. Thus,

"The object of the Polymer Chemistry Division is to promote all aspects of polymer chemistry through:

a. fostering high quality meetings and publications that serve the needs of the polymer community;

b. promoting research at the frontiers of polymer chemistry;

c. fostering interdisciplinary research by nurturing interactions with other disciplines, ACS Divisions, and societies;

d. contributing to the education of the scientific community and the public at large on the significance of polymers."

In 2000, the e-POLY Task Force, cochaired by Judith L. Benson and Robert S. Moore, enhanced the vision statement with respect to electronic communications within a proposal "POLY e-Business: Virtual POLY":

"To enhance member services by holding the leadership position in digital communications of polymer science and technology".