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Drug Discovery Chemistry is a dynamic conference for medicinal and biophysical chemists working in pharma, biotech, and academia. Focused on discovery and optimization challenges of small molecule drug candidates, this event provides many exciting opportunities for scientists to create a unique program to hear presentations most suited to one's interests by going back and forth among concurrent tracks. Last year's event was our largest ever! For more, see our testimonial video and photo gallery below:

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Speakers from Top Pharma include: AbbVie, Amgen, Astex Pharmaceuticals, AstraZeneca, Bayer, Biogen, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bristol Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly, Genentech, GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, Roche, Sanofi, and more.

For maximum savings, reserve your spot by December 13. Bring a team to San Diego and SAVE 20% with a Group registration.


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2025 Plenary Keynotes

Christopher J. Helal, PhD

Applying Diverse Small Molecule Strategies to Difficult Targets: Drugging BTK for (Neuro)Immunology

Christopher J. Helal, PhD

Vice President & Head, Medicinal Chemistry, Biogen

Phil Baran, PhD

Simplifying Synthesis with Radicals

Phil Baran, PhD

Chair & Professor, Department of Chemistry, Scripps Research Institute

2025 PREMIER SPONSOR

Wuxi-Apptec

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Curia Pelago Selvita Xtalpi
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ABOUT THE EVENT

Focused on discovery and optimization challenges of small molecule drug candidates, Drug Discovery Chemistry is a dynamic event for medicinal and biophysical chemists working in pharma, biotech & academia, and will feature:

  • 200 presentations
  • 900 high-level participants from 25+ countries
  • 100 industry-leading sponsors & exhibitors
  • 90+ posters
  • 30+ talks from top pharma
  • Dedicated networking opportunities
  • Interactive breakout & panel discussions
  • The ability to "track-hop" between concurrent meetings
  • Exclusive exhibit & poster viewing hours