October 25–27, 2026 in Manhattan, KS
Call for Abstracts: Midwest Regional Meeting (MWRM) 2026
Abstract submission deadline has been EXTENDED through Monday, July 27th at 11:59PM EST.
Submit your abstract today!
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Advancement in Electrocatalytic Materials for Energy and Fuel ProductionsThis symposium will provide a forum for researchers to present their recent achievements in electrocatalysis studies. A mix of experimental and theoretical/modelling studies on topics relate… Read More
This symposium will provide a forum for researchers to present their recent achievements in electrocatalysis studies. A mix of experimental and theoretical/modelling studies on topics related to electrocatalysis are planned. The symposium will include areas such as the development of electrocatalysts, architectures and systems for energy and fuel production, including fuel cells, electrolyzers, sensors, electrosynthesis, electrochemical energy storage, environmental remedies, etc. This symposium will enhance interactions among researchers who are working on materials synthesis, characterization, modeling and system integration related to electrocatalytic systems.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
ANYL |
Advances in Catalysis and Methods for Organic SynthesisThis symposium honors recent Cope Scholar, Prof. Thomas Lectka |
Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Invited | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
ORGN |
Advances in Molecular Probes for TherapeuticsThis symposium will highlight recent advances in the design, synthesis, and application of molecular probes that are transforming research at the interface of chemical biology and medicinal … Read More
This symposium will highlight recent advances in the design, synthesis, and application of molecular probes that are transforming research at the interface of chemical biology and medicinal chemistry. Topics will include innovative strategies for probing biological pathways, visualizing and modulating biomolecular targets, and accelerating the discovery of next-generation therapeutics. By bringing together researchers working across chemistry, biology, and drug discovery, the symposium will showcase the excitement and growing impact of molecular probe science in advancing human health.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
MEDI |
Analytical ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring analytical chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Biochemistry and Chemical BiologyGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring biochemistry and chemical biology research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Chemical EducationGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring chemical education research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Chemistry under NanoconfinementThis symposium will highlight recent advances in understanding chemical phenomena in confined and porous environments. This symposium will bring together researchers working on the synthesis… Read More
This symposium will highlight recent advances in understanding chemical phenomena in confined and porous environments. This symposium will bring together researchers working on the synthesis, experimental characterization, and computational modeling of porous and low-dimensional materials, including metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), porous organic crystals, zeolites, nanotubes, and two-dimensional materials. Emphasis will be placed on how nanoconfinement alters structure, dynamics, transport, and reactivity at solid–liquid and electrode–electrolyte interfaces, with applications spanning electrocatalysis, electrochemical sensing, energy storage, separations, and confined fluids. By integrating experimental and theoretical research, ranging from advanced spectroscopy and electrochemical measurements to quantum chemistry and molecular simulations, this symposium aims to foster cross-disciplinary discussion and collaboration.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
PHYS, ANYL, INOR |
Inorganic ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring inorganic chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Machine Learning for Computational ChemistryThis symposium will highlight recent advances in the development and application of machine-learning (ML) methods across chemical sciences, spanning molecular modeling, materials design, cat… Read More
This symposium will highlight recent advances in the development and application of machine-learning (ML) methods across chemical sciences, spanning molecular modeling, materials design, catalysis, and chemical discovery. It will bring together researchers who are developing new machine-learning methodologies as well as applying ML techniques to address fundamental and applied problems in chemistry and chemical engineering. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of machine learning with physical principles, first-principles simulations, and experimental data, as well as on challenges related to model interpretability, transferability, and reliability. By bringing together researchers working on diverse chemical problems, ranging from nonadiabatic dynamics and catalysis to chemoinformatics, biomolecular design, and materials discovery, this symposium aims to foster cross-disciplinary discussion and stimulate new collaborations within the regional chemical sciences community.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
PHYS, COMP |
Midwest Awards SymposiumThis invited symposium highlights research by the Midwest Award winner and invited presenters. |
Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Invited | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Organic ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring organic chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Physical ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring physical chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Polymer ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring polymer chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Recent Progress in Electrochemical Sensing, Energy Storage, and SynthesisThis symposium will provide an interdisciplinary forum for prominent researchers to present their recent achievements on broad electrochemical studies. The topics will include, but are not l… Read More
This symposium will provide an interdisciplinary forum for prominent researchers to present their recent achievements on broad electrochemical studies. The topics will include, but are not limited to: electrochemical measurements, electrochemical sensors, electrochemical energy storage devices, electrochemical material synthesis and characterization.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
ANYL, ENFL |
Super-Resolved Spectroscopy: Physical Phenomena in Space and TimeThis symposium will bring together prominent researchers developing and using state-of-the-art ultrafast and super-resolved spectroscopic and microscopic methods for studying physical and ch… Read More
This symposium will bring together prominent researchers developing and using state-of-the-art ultrafast and super-resolved spectroscopic and microscopic methods for studying physical and chemical phenomena in solution and near surfaces.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
PHYS, ANYL |
Synthesis and Applications of Functional Polymeric MaterialsThis symposium will showcase recent advances in the design, synthesis, and application of functional polymeric materials that address challenges across science, engineering, and society. Top… Read More
This symposium will showcase recent advances in the design, synthesis, and application of functional polymeric materials that address challenges across science, engineering, and society. Topics will span innovative synthetic methodologies, precision macromolecular architectures, advanced characterization techniques, and emerging applications in areas such as biomedicine, energy, sustainability, electronics, and soft materials. By bringing together researchers working at the interface of chemistry, materials science, and engineering, this symposium aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and highlight the transformative impact of functional polymers in modern technology.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
POLY, PMSE |
Theoretical and Computational ChemistryGeneral oral and poster sessions featuring theoretical and computational chemistry research |
Type: Oral and Poster | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
Theory, Modeling and Simulation of Biomolecular SystemsThe session is aimed at bringing together a group of varied researchers who have a common goal of understanding biological systems through the use of theory and simulation, an important aspe… Read More
The session is aimed at bringing together a group of varied researchers who have a common goal of understanding biological systems through the use of theory and simulation, an important aspect of many biophysical studies.
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Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: |
Sponsor:
PHYS |
Undergraduate ResearchThis special oral session will highlight research performed by undergraduate students. |
Type: Oral | Invited / Contributed: Contributed | Organizers: | Sponsor: |
