PubChem is an open chemistry database maintained by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It provides free access to information on chemical substances, their structures, and biological activities. Researchers, educators, and the general public can search by chemical names, molecular formulas, structures, and more. PubChem aggregates this data from various contributors, making it a valuable resource for professionals in biomedical research and chemistry. It also promotes data sharing and collaboration among scientific communities.