The EFMC International Symposium on Medicinal Chemistry is organised by the Division for Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology (DMCCB) of the Swiss Chemical Society (SCS), on behalf of the European Federation for Medicinal chemistry and Chemical biology (EFMC).

The symposium will take place in Basel, Switzerland from September 6-10, 2026.

The EFMC is the main organisation for the European Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology community, with 31 member societies and about 9.000 members. Its biennial EFMC Medicinal Chemistry is a key symposium in the field of medicinal chemistry and drug discovery and it traditionally attracts around 1.000 participants both from industry and academia. The most recent EFMC-ISMC meeting took place in Rome (Italy, 2024).

The scientific programme of EFMC Medicinal Chemistry 2026 will run over 5 days and will include plenary sessions and cover a wide range of selected topics split into 3 parallel sessions.

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The event will will be held at the Monte Sant’Angelo complex (Via Vicinale Cupa Cintia, 26) located in the district of Fuorigrotta.

This milestone edition will not only offer a 3-day stimulating scientific program but also special events to celebrate the 30th ESVCN congress and the 35th year since the founding of our society.

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About the Event

Future Food-Tech connects 500+ leaders from global food brands, forward-thinking ingredient providers, pioneering start-ups, and visionary investor funds.

Join senior decision-makers on September 24-25, 2026, to learn about breakthrough technologies, sector shaping strategies, and tackle the challenges in creating foods that are nutritious, accessible, and climate-smart.


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The American Society of Pharmacognosy event will include scientific sessions, networking, and potentially specialized workshops for undergraduate institution faculty.

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Join the first edition of a new flagship event for the natural and organic cosmetics sector

NATRUE, the leading global association for natural and organic cosmetics, is proud to announce the first-ever Natural Cosmetics Industry Forum, taking place on 20 May 2026 at the Humboldt Carré in Berlin (Germany.)

A day dedicated to the future of natural and organic cosmetics, the forum brings together professionals from across the sector for exchange, learning, and collaboration. Designed specifically for industry stakeholders, this in-person conference will feature expert-led sessions and provide a platform to discuss the latest developments, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the natural cosmetics industry.

This year’s central theme – “The Modernising of Natural & Organic Cosmetics” – will explore how the cosmetics industry can evolve while staying true to its core values of sustainability, transparency, and authenticity. The conference programme will cover key topics influencing the sector including innovation, scientific developments, regulatory challenges, and market trends.

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The World’s Leading Trade Fair for the Pet Industry

Discover trends, innovations and an exciting supporting programme at the biggest trade fair for the international pet industry, from 12 – 15 May 2026 in Nuremberg.

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Meet your next business partner, network with thought leaders, find your next big product idea, get insights into what’s trending in the industry.

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The mission of the in-cosmetics Group is to connect the global personal care community, facilitating interaction, business, networking, and learning—whether face-to-face or online.

in-cosmetics Global is the flagship event of the Group and the leading international event for personal care ingredients. It unites top suppliers with finished product manufacturers, providing a science-driven platform to showcase innovations and inspire the next generation of cosmetics.

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Biologically active natural products are of great importance for both basic research and for research and development in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. The annual symposium, established for over three decades, provides valuable insights into current developments and serves as a key event for interdisciplinary exchange of experience.

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Discover innovations from the categories organic food, organic drinks, organic non-food products and natural cosmetics at BIOFACH.

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