The art of chemical synthesis is driven to a great extent by synthetic chemists seeking to find more efficient routes to heterocyclic compounds; molecules at the core of pharmaceutical agents, bioactive natural products, and materials. Heterocyclic chemistry is an enduring field of organic synthesis that continues to provide amazing innovations in chemical synthesis and profoundly impact our society from novel materials (e.g. organic light emitting diodes) to pharmaceutical agents for treatment of human disease and addictions to altering our eating habits. 

The 2017 Heterocyclic Compounds GRC will provide an engaging forum for the presentation of cutting-edge chemical synthesis as pertains to heterocycles including novel methods for their synthesis, applications in basic cell biology along with human and animal health. Highlighted topics include organocatalysis, metal-mediated heterocycle synthesis and functionalization, heterocycles as probes for chemical biology, natural product synthesis and food additives. The conference will include a fantastic schedule of domestic and international speakers bolstered by multiple poster sessions detailing the state of the art of heterocyclic chemistry. Set in the beautiful Salve Regina University site close to Newport, RI and with the cliff seawalk just a short walk away, this conference promises to be a memorable one from the standpoint of chemistry, networking, and venue. Please join us for this idea stimulating chemical conference set in a fantastic location where the frontiers of heterocycle synthesis and their use will be discussed.