Explore quantum algorithms for chemistry in this comprehensive lecture delivered by Birgitta Whaley from the University of California, Berkeley. Delve into the first part of a two-part series presented at IPAM's Winter School on Quantum Information Science for Chemistry. Gain insights into cutting-edge research and applications of quantum computing in the field of chemistry. Discover how quantum algorithms are revolutionizing computational approaches to chemical problems and their potential impact on future scientific advancements. Enhance your understanding of the intersection between quantum information science and chemistry through this in-depth presentation recorded on February 23, 2024, at the Institute for Pure & Applied Mathematics (IPAM) at UCLA.