The 54th Gordon Research Conference on Organic Reactions and Processes will focus on the discovery of novel reactions and synthetic methods and their use in synthetic organic chemistry. The application of organometallic chemistry, the development of catalytic methods, the understanding of reaction mechanisms, and the synthesis of complex natural products are important recurring themes. Attention will also be given to pharmaceutical process research and development. Furthermore, the program will this year also make some room for the organic chemistry of synthetic molecular machines and sensors.

Poster sessions are a critical part of the conference and all conferees are encouraged to present on their recent work. Poster abstracts should be submitted at the time of an application to participate in the conference. Three posters will be selected from the two scheduled sessions for a 15 min oral presentation at the end of the conference.

Bryant University has proven to be an ideal location for the conference. The conference hall, dormitories, dining and leisure facilities are all excellent and the staff is very supportive.