Innovations in Drug Discovery and Enabling Technologies

The 2022 Medicinal Chemistry Gordon Research Conference will feature talks on the cutting edge of the discipline that include new innovations, technologies, and compounds that advance the science. Mike Ellis of Bristol Myers Squibb is responsible for the scientific program; please see the planned topics and contact the Chairs if you would like to submit a talk proposal. A preliminary program of speakers will be posted in December 2021.

In addition to the various scientific sessions, the conference will culminate with a “Late-Breaking Topics” session organized by Meredeth McGowan of MOMA Therapeutics. This session comprises 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.

We strongly encourage attendees to submit poster presentations on any aspect of Medicinal Chemistry as the poster sessions are an essential outlet for thoughtful discussion and interaction among the conferees. This year, the poster sessions will be organized by Matt Volgraf of Genentech.

The 2022 Medicinal Chemistry GRC will continue a tradition of outstanding science presented in a relaxed atmosphere offering a variety of social activities. Vice-Chair Elect Erin DiMauro of Merck will organize social events for the week, including hikes of Mt. Kearsarge and Mt. Cardigan, a Philbrick-Cricenti bog walk, frisbee golf, volleyball, softball, soccer, a golf scramble, and a charity poker tournament.

As we look forward to another fantastic conference in 2022, on behalf of myself, the Vice Chair, and the Vice-Chair Elect, we welcome your application. This conference is typically full by early May. We encourage applications by April 1 and the submission of any poster abstracts by April 15 to facilitate the admissions process. In particular, we encourage applications from those of diverse backgrounds and scientific perspectives.

Thank you for your interest in the Medicinal Chemistry GRC!

Cindy Parrish

GlaxoSmithKline

Chair, 2022 Medicinal Chemistry GRC