The 2011 Medicinal Chemistry Gordon Conference will feature talks on cutting edge drug discovery programs and new technologies that play a role in advancing the field. Amy Ripka of EnVivo Pharmaceuticals is putting together the 2011 scientific program; the 2010 program will provide examples of topics typically covered. We strongly encourage attendees to submit poster presentations as, historically, the poster sessions have been very strong and key to stimulating thoughtful discussion and interaction among the conferees. This year, the poster sessions will be organized by James Merritt. In addition to the general scientific sessions the conference will culminate with a Special Topics Session organized by David Rotella. This session is comprised of late-breaking results on important clinical candidates across therapeutic areas. Finally, the conference will wrap up on Thursday evening with the Keynote address organized by the Chair.

The 2011 Medicinal Chemistry GRC will continue a tradition of outstanding science presented in a relaxed atmosphere offering a variety of social activities. Vice-Chair Elect Mark Murcko of Vertex Pharmaceuticals will organize social events for the week, including a hike of Mt. Kearsarge, softball, soccer, and the Vice-Chair Elect Golf Tournament. Please contact Mark with any questions regarding these activities.

As we look forward to another outstanding conference in 2011, on behalf of myself, the Vice Chair and the Vice-Chair elect, we welcome your application and particularly encourage the application from those of diverse scientific backgrounds.

Thank you for your interest in the 2011 Medicinal Chemistry GRC.

Francesco G. Salituro
Chair, 2011 GRC on Medicinal Chemistry
Agios Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, MA