(2016) One-world chemistry and systems thinking. 

Matlin, S. A.; Mehta, G.; Hopf, H.; Krief, A.

Nat. Chem. 2016, 8 (5), 393–398. 

DOI: 10.1038/nchem.2498

The practice and overarching mission of chemistry need a major overhaul in order to be fit for purpose in the twenty-first century and beyond. The concept of ‘one-world’ chemistry takes a systems approach that brings together many factors, including ethics and sustainability, that are critical to the future role of chemistry.