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One of the reasons for initiating Academy that is concerned with various aspects of use of Discrete Mathematics and non-traditional Theoretical Chemistry disciplines is because several of this novel and not so novel applications of Mathematics in Chemistry have not been well received in some circles. It is not only that Chemical Graph Theory has been focus of unprecedented hostile campaigns in certain chemistry circles, but also it is known that difficulties accompanied early developments of the Density Functional as well as Artificial Neural Networks. The Journal of Chemical Physics, which grew because of a lack of appreciation of Quantum Chemistry by the chemical Establishment in 1930s became in 1970s part of the Establishment that has been excluding novelties inspired by application of Graph Theory in Chemistry. Lack of appreciation of the role of non-traditional mathematics in chemistry and misperception of significance of such work continues to hinder support for selected research projects in chemistry, which continue not to qualify for necessary research grants. It is possible that Academy, if it succeeds in attracting the best in the field and if it earns support of outstanding scientist of chemistry, may facilitate in full recognition of Mathematical Chemistry as a branch of chemistry equal to other chemical disciplines, not necessarily in importance but as a forum for discussing problems of chemistry.

On the other hand Chemical Graph Theory and other mentioned areas had complete support in other circles of chemists. Journals like the Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Science among others has been very beneficial in publishing diverse contributions from Mathematical Chemistry over the past dozen years. Important journals are also The Journal of Mathematical Chemistry and MATCH Commun Math Comput Chem.

Analogously, chemometrics and its mathematical applications in chemistry had full support in journals such as Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems and Journal of Chemometrics.

With the current growth of interest among mathematical chemists in complex biochemical systems it seems that for years to come we will be even more busy than ever in helping to characterize and contribute to understanding of ever more complex bio-systems and the interactions of molecules and bio-molecules involved if the mysterious world of living proteins.

Because we are an Academy in statu nascendi it would not be unusual that some of the above listed outstanding scientist (who are cordially invited to mention others to be included in the list) may have some reservations and would prefer to postpone their consent – till Academy is further formally established. In that case we could temporary suspend their names for a later time. We hope that before the end of this year we could come with a more comprehensive outline of the Academy and it topics that can enter its agenda, as more people respond to the proposal for Academy.

We are also hopeful that we may succeed in securing some financial support for the meeting in Dubrovnik. We will apply later this year for a grant from the Croatian Academy of Science and Arts for a $5000 for that purpose but at this moment we do not wish to give false impressions as to the lack of financial basis of our Academy.

Milan Randić


Proposal of Milan Randić for the IAMC foundation
With this letter you are invited to join new organization The International Academy of Mathematical Chemistry to be formally established on June 16, 2005. The International Academy of Mathematical Chemistry (shortly the Academy) is gathering outstanding research scientists who have contributed towards the development and promotion of Mathematics in Chemistry. Here it is understood that mathematical chemistry applies not only to all areas of chemistry, like the traditional areas: organic chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, and polymer chemistry, but also to various novel adjuncts such as material science and chemo-informatics. We are particularly focusing on use of Discrete Mathematics in Chemistry, in view that in general chemists are less familiar with use of Graph Theory, Topology and Combinatorics in chemistry. Equally we would like to embrace areas of chemistry using less familiar mathematical tools (like chemometrics, partial order, artificial neural networks, density functional and such).

In view that some time ago quantum chemists have founded their own International Academy of Quantum Chemistry (with the seat in Menton, on French Mediterranean), as an outlet of their concerns we do not wish to overlap with their agenda but nevertheless will welcome occasionally outstanding quantum chemists in our midst.

The International Academy of Mathematical Chemistry will be a non-profit institution, and as such can be registered by its members in any country or all countries where there is such interest. Formally its seat is in the city of Dubrovnik on Adriatic, Croatia, where the Academy will be publicly pronounced on June 16 2005.

Unfortunately we have no donors and no funds, nevertheless we will not have membership dues. Thus until (financially) better times come we, the members will have to bear individually financial burden for traveling to Academy meetings. We hope that many, if not all, members will be able to cover parts of their expenses for attending annual Academy Scientific Meetings from other resources. We hope that members will understand and appreciate the current situation and will despite our ability to assist in travel consider this invitation and will attend our first meeting.

Academies are primarily learned societies and our International Academy of Mathematical Chemistry (IAMC) is no exception. On its annual scientific meetings members will have privilege to present their work, which we hope to publish without any internal or external reviews in the Proceedings of the Academy, yet to be established. It is the responsibility of members of Academy to make sure that the quality of their work deserves public dissemination. Meetings of the IAMC are open to members of the Academy, who have a privilege to bring guests to attend the meeting without prior announcement. The official language of the Academy is US English.

Other privileges of members of the Academy include: the use of the name of the Academy to promote interests of Mathematical Chemistry in different localities, the right to propose persons to be considered for membership in the Academy, and the right to vote for offices of the Academy and new members. Further, members have the right to veto the election of a person to the Academy if another member seconds their request which is then supported by 1/3 of the voting members. The reason behind this rule is to assure a consensus of views as to Mathematical Chemistry.

It is suggested that votes for the offices of the Academy are made by secret ballot, while voting for new members is public. The prime qualification for the membership in the Academy is scientific excellence. Because the Academy is interested to not only maintain but pursue its international character and unity of vision as to Mathematical Chemistry due considerations for unfavorable, unpromising, unfriendly and unfortunate research, social and political circumstances may be taken in consideration where and when applicable.

Milan Randić


Letter of Jerome Karle (Nobel Prize in Chemistry, 1985)
Dear Milan Randic,

Thank you very much for your invitation to me to join the International Academy of Mathematical Chemistry as an Honorary Fellow. I am pleased to accept. I would like to say that I believe the creation of the International Academy is a very good idea. It should be a valuable focus on an important subject. Interested individuals will have the opportunity to learn more about Mathematical Chemistry and perhaps make their own contributions.

All best wishes,

Jerome Karle


Academy activities
A brief outline of possible activities of the Academy is here in place. One of the reasons for initiating Academy that is concerned with various aspects of use of Discrete Mathematics and non-traditional Theoretical Chemistry disciplines is because several of this novel and not so novel applications of Mathematics in Chemistry have not been well received in some circles. It is not only that Chemical Graph Theory has been focus of unprecedented hostile campaigns in certain chemistry circles, but also it is known that difficulties accompanied early developments of the Density Functional as well as Artificial Neural Networks. The Journal of Chemical Physics, which grew because of a lack of appreciation of Quantum Chemistry by the chemical Establishment in 1930s became in 1970s part of the Establishment that has been excluding novelties inspired by application of Graph Theory in Chemistry. Lack of appreciation of the role of non-traditional mathematics in chemistry and misperception of significance of such work continues to hinder support for selected research projects in chemistry, which continue not to qualify for necessary research grants. It is possible that Academy, if it succeeds in attracting the best in the field and if it earns support of outstanding scientist of chemistry, may facilitate in full recognition of Mathematical Chemistry as a branch of chemistry equal to other chemical disciplines, not necessarily in importance but as a forum for discussing problems of chemistry.

On the other hand Chemical Graph Theory and other mentioned areas had complete support in other circles of chemists. Journals like the Journal of Chemical Information and Computer Science among others has been very beneficial in publishing diverse contributions from Mathematical Chemistry over the past dozen years. Important journals are also The Journal of Mathematical Chemistry and MATCH Commun.Math.Comput.Chem.

Analogously, chemometrics and its mathematical applications in chemistry had full support in journals such as Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems and Journal of Chemometrics.

With the current growth of interest among mathematical chemists in complex biochemical systems it seems that for years to come we will be even more busy than ever in helping to characterize and contribute to understanding of ever more complex bio-systems and the interactions of molecules and bio-molecules involved if the mysterious world of living proteins.

Because we are an Academy in statu nascendi it would not be unusual that some of the above listed outstanding scientist (who are cordially invited to mention others to be included in the list) may have some reservations and would prefer to postpone their consent – till Academy is further formally established. In that case we could temporary suspend their names for a later time. We hope that before the end of this year we could come with a more comprehensive outline of the Academy and it topics that can enter its agenda, as more people respond to the proposal for Academy.

We are also hopeful that we may succeed in securing some financial support for the meeting in Dubrovnik. We will apply later this year for a grant from the Croatian Academy of Science and Arts for a $5000 for that purpose but at this moment we do not wish to give false impressions as to the lack of financial basis of our Academy.

Milan Randić