Beletskaya is known for her foundational contributions to organometallic chemistry and as one of the first prominent female chemists. Her work helped pave the way for women in Russia to participate in the scientific community. Her pioneering role in organometallic synthesis has laid an essential foundation for future organic chemists. Her work advocating for rare-earth elements in organic chemistry led to the publication of many new textbooks, changing how organic chemistry is taught everywhere. The current field of organic chemists does not always see the need to include other elements in the study of organic chemistry, as it is all carbon-based. Beletskaya’s work helps to expand the use of precious metals in organic reactions.