Conference Description
Due to increased demand and pricing associated with the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the Boston area, GRC strongly encourages attendees
to make travel arrangements early to help minimize associated travel costs. We anticipate limited availability of hotel rooms,
rental cars, and transportation options departing from Boston, so please plan accordingly.
As a cost-effective transportation option, we encourage attendees to consider the GRC bus service, which can be reserved directly
through your myGRC account. Space is limited.
If you require an extended stay, please contact your COA, as GRC has secured a limited number of discounted rooms at the Embassy Suites
Boston Logan Airport.
The Heterocyclic Compounds GRS provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, discuss new methods, cutting edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as to build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussion to allow all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.
The synthesis of heterocyclic compounds is at the core of advancements in the preparation of complex molecules for applications towards medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, agrochemistry, and material science. The challenges associated with the synthesis and diversification of heterocyclic compounds serve as a driving force for the development of new chemical methods that provide access to industrially relevant chemical space.
The Heterocyclic Compounds Graduate Research Seminar (GRS) will bring together trainees (graduate students and postdocs) to present their work in a collaborative environment and build a network with their peers. Academic and industry experts in the field of organic synthesis will serve as mentors. In addition, the seminar will provide an opportunity for young scientists to gain valuable early career advice from established scientific leaders.
Preference will be given to attendees that also submit poster and/or oral presentation abstracts. Oral presentations will be selected from the submitted abstracts. Attendees are also encouraged to apply to the corresponding Heterocyclic Compounds GRC.
An outline of the program components for this GRS is displayed below. The seminar chair is currently developing their detailed program schedule, which will include the speakers they select from submitted abstracts, in addition to any additional components outlined below. The detailed program will be available by April 14, 2026. Please check back for updates.
