23 September 2025

Beaker to bulk: Introduction to scalable synthesis

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SCI, London, UK

Prices start from £45.00

Early bird offer ends 7 August 2025

Synopsis

This one-day event focuses on introducing the fundamentals of process chemistry using case studies from both industry and academia. The event is designed to be accessible for those without prior experience in the challenges of developing scalable syntheses but will also be engaging for attendees with some experience seeking a more thorough understanding.

Speakers will address essential topics in detail, as well as introducing new technologies and innovations that are transforming the scale-up landscape. In addition to talks, there will be opportunities for wider engagement, with a panel discussion and opportunities for networking.

Topics to be covered include:

• Process Research & Development
• Safety Considerations During Scale-Up
• Scaling Up Using Flow Chemistry
• Photochemistry Scale-Up Considerations
• Automation, Data Generation and Analysis
• Priorities in Time-Critical Scale-Up

Attendees

The event is aimed at anyone with an interest in learning about the scaling up of synthetic processes (for example, but not limited to: early-career professionals, students and people with a recent or possible career move towards process chemistry). Some prior knowledge or experience in synthetic chemistry (on mg to g scale) would aid understanding.

Programme

Tuesday 23 September 2025

09.30: Registration and refreshments
10.15: Introduction and welcome
10.30: Skills, techniques and examples of process development and scale-up
Prof John Blacker, University of Leeds
11.20: Safety is no accident
Dr Alex Zhurakovskyi, Pharmaron
12.10: Lunch and exhibition
13.10: Shining light on the challenges of scale-up: A photochemistry case study
Dr Dario Filippini, Pharmaron
14.00: Efficient data collection for efficient decision making in process development
Dr Linden Schrecker, SOLVE Chemistry
14.50: Refreshment break and exhibition
15.20: From flask to field
Dr Katharine Ingram, Syngenta
16.10: Panel session
16.40: Closing remarks
17.00: Networking reception

SCI’s Young Chemists’ Panel are committed to promoting diversity and equality in the chemical sciences. We aim to identify high quality speakers for all our conferences with inclusivity of gender and ethnicity. Attendees from all backgrounds and ages are welcome.

Exhibition or sponsorship information

Please see the sponsorship pack and email conferences@soci.org to let us know which package you are interested in.

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.

Venue and Contact

SCI

14/15 Belgrave Square
London
SW1X 8PS

Conference Team

Tel: +44 (0)20 7598 1561

Email: conferences@soci.org

Fees

Early bird - ends Thursday 7 August
SCI Member - £115
Non-member - £170
Student Member - £45

After early bird
SCI Member - £165
Non-member - £220
Student Member - £75

All registrations will automatically receive a confirmation within 24 hours of registering for the event. Should you not receive written confirmation of your booking, please email conferences@soci.org.

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CPD Info

All delegates attending this meeting are able to claim CPD points.

Exhibitors

Organising committee

Marianela Gimenez-Asis, Pharmaron
Joseph Howard, Bio-techne
Ricardo Labes, Syngenta
Wei Sun, AstraZeneca