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 Additionally, IUPAC is renowned for its work in standardising the atomic weights of elements through one of its longest-serving committees, the ''Commission on Isotopic Abundances and Atomic Weights'' (CIAAW). This committee plays a crucial role in providing accurate and consistent atomic weight values, which are essential for scientific research and applications. Through these initiatives, IUPAC continues to facilitate collaboration and communication within the broader scientific community.
+== History ==
+The need for an international standard in chemistry was first recognised in 1860 during a committee led by German scientist Friedrich August Kekulé von Stradonitz. This committee convened the first international conference aimed at creating a unified naming system for organic compounds. The concepts developed during this conference laid the groundwork for what would become the official IUPAC nomenclature of organic chemistry. As a result, IUPAC is considered a legacy of this pivotal meeting and stands as one of the most significant historical collaborations among chemistry societies. IUPAC was formally established in 1919 and has since held the responsibility of updating and maintaining the official nomenclature for organic compounds.
+Notably, Germany was excluded from early IUPAC participation due to prejudice from the Allied powers following World War I. It wasn't until 1929 that Germany was finally admitted into IUPAC. However, during World War II, Nazi Germany was removed from the organisation. Throughout the war, IUPAC aligned itself with the Allied powers but had minimal involvement in the war effort. Both East and West Germany were readmitted to IUPAC in 1973. Since World War II, IUPAC has concentrated on standardising nomenclature and methodologies across various scientific disciplines, continuing its vital role in the global scientific community.
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