Conference Description
The Chemistry and Biology of Peptides GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
The 2026 edition will highlight the multi-faceted nature of peptide research and its impact across the chemical, material, and biomedical sciences. The focus will be on recent discoveries in natural and non-natural peptides, peptides as tools for interrogating biology, peptide synthesis and modification, peptides in the clinic, and mimicry of folded peptides and proteins. As in years past, the 2026 Chemistry and Biology of Peptides GRC prioritizes fostering a welcoming and inclusive scientific environment that is essential for continued innovation in peptide science.
The topics, speakers, and discussion leaders for the conference sessions are displayed below. The conference chair is currently developing their detailed program, which will include the complete meeting schedule, as well as the talk titles for all speakers. The detailed program will be available by October 4, 2025. Please check back for updates.
Keynote Session: Folded Peptides as Therapeutics
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Peptide Synthesis and Modification
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Delivery to Tissues and Cells
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Peptides Progressing Toward the Clinic
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Biomimetic Peptide Materials
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Structural and Functional Mimicry of Peptides
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Machine Learning and Computational Design
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Elucidating Biology with Peptide Tools
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Keynote Session: Optimizing Peptides for Therapeutic Applications
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