Synopsis
Just started in Medicinal chemistry or interested in learning more about it? The SCI Foundation medicinal chemistry online workshop has been designed by professional Medicinal chemists to provide insight into:
• What are the key principles and technical factors (potency, physical chemistry, pharmacokinetics).
• How does a contemporary medicinal chemist optimise these factors to make medicines: Best practice for objectively applying the scientific method in a team environment, giving practical experience of data analysis.
Teams of delegates will work through real-world tactical medicinal chemistry optimisation with expert facilitators drawn from the pharmaceutical industry.
Attendees
This event is suitable for scientists embarking on a career in Medicinal chemistry (e.g. during first 2 years), those considering this as a career option (e.g. Undergraduates, PhDs, Industrial placement students) and scientists from other disciplines working on discovery projects (e.g. biology, DMPK). No prior knowledge is required, the facilitators will ensure an appropriate learning experience for all delegates.
Places for this event are limited and due to this being a popular topic, the event is likely to be at capacity in a short space of time.
Confirmed speakers
Led and facilitated by experienced professional medicinal chemists from across the pharmaceutical industry, including facilitators from the organising committee.
Programme
Monday 6 July 2026
- 13.00
- Welcome and introduction to the course
- 13.30
- Interactive team workshop and refreshment break
- 16.30
- Share outcomes, lessons and wrap up
- 17.00
- Event close
Sponsorship information
For further information and prices, please email conferences@soci.org.
Accessibility Grants
SCI accessibility grants are available to support SCI members with disabilities, long term health conditions, those who require a carer, and members who are nursing parents to attend SCI events. Download an application form to apply for a grant.
Booking Process/Deadlines
Booking terms and conditions
CPD Info
All delegates attending this meeting are able to claim CPD points.

Organising committee
Will Darlow, GSK
Antonio Misale, J & J
Simon Peace, GSK
Jamie Scott, AstraZeneca