Chemistry is integral to the national economy and people's well-being, impacting strategic sectors such as energy, materials, environment, and national security. For many years, the chemistry discipline at Peking University has not only focused on fundamental research and original innovation but has also prioritized the commercialization of scientific and technological achievements to meet the country’s major strategic needs. Numerous research outcomes have been successfully industrialised, yielding substantial economic benefits.

Sunan Institute for Molecular Engineering, Peking University

The Sunan Institute for Molecular Engineering at Peking University was founded on May 18, 2017, through a collaboration among Peking University, Changshu City, and the Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute. This innovative R&D institution is dedicated to driving advanced technology development and supporting strategic emerging industries. Its primary areas of focus include new energy, biomedicine, new materials, and advanced manufacturing.

Beijing Graphene Institute（BGI, Peking University Graphene Industrial Technology Institute）

The Beijing Graphene Institute (BGI), Beijing's first newly-established research and development institution, was inaugurated in October 2018. Supported by Peking University’s College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering and led by Academician Zhongfan Liu, BGI has a research and development team of over 320 members. The institute is dedicated to establishing itself as a leading center for graphene-based new materials research, conducting extensive research on graphene fundamentals and core industrialization technologies. BGI aims to nurture a globally leading enterprise in graphene that integrates material R&D, production, and equipment manufacturing.

Peking University Mingde Technology Development Co., Ltd.

Peking University Mingde Company was transformed from the university-run Peking University Chemistry Experimental Factory and is committed to leveraging the resources of Peking University. The company focuses on the conversion of high-tech achievements in medical and pharmaceutical fields, new energy, and new materials, establishing a platform for innovation that bridges laboratory technology and social capital investment. It has successfully incubated several high-tech enterprises in the medical, environmental, and new energy sectors, while also undertaking numerous municipal-level research projects.