r/OrganicChemistry

Community Overview

About r/OrganicChemistry

A subreddit dedicated to organic chemistry discussions, homework help, and sharing interesting reactions. Covers undergraduate and graduate organic chemistry topics.

The community at a glance

r/OrganicChemistry is a Subreddit for Chemists with roughly 121K members. It has been around since 2009. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #9 in the Chemistry communities list.

Roughly 19K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Help, Reaction, and Mechanism. Product recommendations often mention books and organic chemistry textbooks.

On Reddit
Established 2009
121K Members

Community Features

This community has a forum

Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +19K members
Growth: +18.8% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2013: 71 members
  • 2014: 193 members
  • 2015: 276 members
  • 2016: 676 members
  • 2017: 1K members
  • 2018: 2K members
  • 2019: 4K members
  • 2020: 19K members
  • 2021: 15K members
  • 2022: 13K members
  • 2023: 14K members
  • 2024: 21K members
  • 2025: 21K members
  • 2026: 10K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Aug: 2K members
  • Sep: 1K members
  • Oct: 2K members
  • Nov: 2K members
  • Dec: 2K members
  • Jan: 2K members
  • Feb: 2K members
  • Mar: 2K members
  • Apr: 2K members
  • May: 2K members
  • Jun: 1K members
  • Jul: 465 members

Topics

  • Help
    71 posts in the past month
    #1
    Help
    71
  • Reaction
    66 posts in the past month
    #2
    Reaction
    66
  • Mechanism
    62 posts in the past month
    #3
    Mechanism
    62
  • Struggling
    61 posts in the past month
    #4
    Struggling
    61
  • Organic Chemistry
    59 posts in the past month
    #5
    Organic Chemistry
    59

Flair

  • Discussion
    14 posts in the past month
    1. Chemistry Refresher before Organic Chemistry
    2. Tautomerism Discussion (check body)
    3. Can you guess the correct Retrosynthetic route or can you solve this organic chemistry conversion problem
    #1
    Discussion
    Chemistry Refresher before Organic Chemistry · Tautomerism Discussion (check body) · Can you guess the correct Retrosynthetic route or can you solve this organic chemistry conversion problem
    14
  • advice
    9 posts in the past month
    1. Family shame for wanting to go into pharma?
    2. Education choices — going into pharma?
    3. Imine chemistry
    #2
    advice
    Family shame for wanting to go into pharma? · Education choices — going into pharma? · Imine chemistry
    9
  • mechanism
    5 posts in the past month
    1. Carbocation Stability and Alkene addition doubt
    2. Help on this
    3. Is This thing Possible even if theoretically?
    #3
    mechanism
    Carbocation Stability and Alkene addition doubt · Help on this · Is This thing Possible even if theoretically?
    5
  • challenge
    3 posts in the past month
    1. How to write notes like a synthetic organic chemistist..
    2. Anyone know how to solve this
    3. Please help in synthesis!!
    #4
    challenge
    How to write notes like a synthetic organic chemistist.. · Anyone know how to solve this · Please help in synthesis!!
    3
  • meme
    1 post in the past month
    1. Funny Organic Chemistry Joke
    #5
    meme
    Funny Organic Chemistry Joke
    1

Product recommendations

  • books
    14 posts in the past month
    1. What is the best book to read for organic chemistry?
    2. does anyone have suggestions on the best books for someone just starting to get into chemistry?
    3. What's the best book as someone that's looking to learn the basics of Ochem
    #1
    books
    What is the best book to read for organic chemistry? · does anyone have suggestions on the best books for someone just starting to get into chemistry? · What's the best book as someone that's looking to learn the basics of Ochem
    14
  • organic chemistry textbooks
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks
    2. Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks
    3. Recommended textbooks?
    #2
    organic chemistry textbooks
    Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks · Could anyone recommend me best organic chemistry textbooks · Recommended textbooks?
    4

Frequently asked questions

Who is r/OrganicChemistry for?
Best for Chemists enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/OrganicChemistry free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/OrganicChemistry have?
Roughly 121K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/OrganicChemistry on?
r/OrganicChemistry runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/OrganicChemistry cover?
On the Hive Index, r/OrganicChemistry is organized under Chemists.
How do I join r/OrganicChemistry?
You can join r/OrganicChemistry by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Chemistry communities like?
Welcome to the world of online communities for Chemists! These vibrant and diverse platforms offer a virtual haven for scientists, researchers, and enthusiasts alike. Joining these communities provides an invaluable opportunity to connect, collaborate, and exchange knowledge with fellow chemists from around the globe. With variations across different communities, you can find forums dedicated to specific branches of chemistry, such as organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. Some communities focus on academic discussions and research sharing, while others cater to industry professionals seeking advice on practical applications and career development. Additionally, you may find platforms that emphasize mentorship and support for students and early-career chemists. Whether you're looking for guidance, inspiration, networking opportunities, or simply a space to geek out about chemistry, these online communities have got you covered.