To mark the launch of Organic Chemistry Frontiers, a collaborative journal between the Chinese Chemical Society and Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, a new series of international symposia will take place annually in different countries. The aim is to bring together the world-leading scientists to communicate and discuss advancing research in organic chemistry, stimulating the exchange of ideas and experiences and fostering new research collaborations for the sake of better chemistry and better world. 　　The symposia are supported by Organic Chemistry Frontiers and the first meeting is being organized by the Royal Society of Chemistry and Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry. It is a one-day free event and will feature a selection of lectures focusing on the organic chemistry research, given by internationally renowned speakers.