IChemE Signs Up 30,000th Member
Tadafumi Adschiri, a professor at the advanced institute for materials research at Tohuku University, Japan has become the 30,000th member of IChemE.
Adschiri has joined IChemE as a Fellow and the University of Tokyo graduate who specialises in supercritical fluids says he's delighted to have taken the 30,000th active member place: "It is wonderful news and I'm happy to be the 30,000th member. I published my first research more than 20 years ago with IChemE so I've been familiar with the Institution for a long time. I was shortlisted in the IChemE awards last year and that was a good chance for me to get involved again and apply to become a member."
Adschiri says he has joined IChemE at a time when the function of the chemical engineer is changing: "Part of my role is to explore the fusion of chemical engineering research with other disciplines including chemistry, biology, medical research, material science and maths.
"The role of the chemical engineer will become more important in the coming years, especially in relation to the fusion of these different disciplines. Chemical engineers can act as a conductor to make a beautiful symphony in the interdisciplinary R&D." says Adschiri.
IChemE members are spread across more than 120 countries and Neil Atkinson, director of qualifications and international development, says the global interest in IChemE is driven by changes in the process industries: "Our continued growth reflects strong interest in professional qualification and this is a trend we're seeing all over the world. As the process industries globalise and economies develop, the need for ever-stronger chemical engineering talent pipelines emerges."
IChemE CEO, David Brown adds: "I joined IChemE during the presidential term of Greg Lewin and it was Greg who described chemical engineering as a ‘boundaryless profession'. He recognised that chemical engineers are working across an increasingly diverse range of sectors and most effectively alongside other engineers, scientists and specialists.
"That makes our job as the professional organisation that represents chemical engineers even more of a challenge. The boundaryless profession must be supported by a boundaryless institution," says Brown.
About chemical engineers
Chemical, biochemical and process engineering is the application of science, maths and economics to the process of turning raw materials into everyday products. Professional chemical engineers design, construct and manage process operations all over the world. Pharmaceuticals, food and drink, synthetic fibres and clean drinking water are just some of the products where chemical engineering plays a central role.
About IChemE
IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) is the hub for chemical, biochemical and process engineering professionals worldwide. With a growing global membership of some 30,000, the Institution is at the heart of the process community, promoting competence and a commitment to best practice, advancing the discipline for the benefit of society, encouraging young people in science and engineering and supporting the professional development of its members. For more information, visit www.icheme.org
SOURCE: IChemE