(291a) Historical Perspectives on Chemistry and Chemical Process Development and Innovation at Dow

The Dow Chemical Company is a leader among a handful of global integrated chemical companies. The building of this leading chemical company from its early beginnings in 1897 embodies a rich history of chemical process development and innovations. In this presentation a simplified structure of the interrelated chemistries and chemical processes that are practiced will be outlined. The various drivers for innovation that influence the selection of specific chemistries and processes will be discussed.