Carbohydrates: An Important link between chemistry, biology and industries
ACS Spring 2025
Global Virtual Symposium
Carbohydrates: An Important link between chemistry, biology and industries
Carbohydrate Chemistry & Chemical Glycobiology Division
Carbohydrates are one of the most fundamental and highly abundant biomolecules present in nature. However, their detailed understanding and applications are relatively unexplored, owing to the complexities associated with their structural framework, microheterogeneity and diverse chemical reactivity.
Taking these factors into consideration, this symposium aims to highlight recent advances in the application of carbohydrates within the domains of chemistry, biology and industry. Attendees will be able to gain updated scientific information regarding the latest developments in some of the frontier fields of carbohydrates, which covers therapeutic to small-molecule-derived glyco-immune systems and modern synthetic routes.
Symposium Features
Present your research in your local time zone
Inviting all early career chemists from diverse regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Oceania to deliver flash presentations.
Get exposure and recognition
As a presenter, you will receive a certificate of participation at ACS Meetings.
Abstracts will be listed in the CAS database and can be added to your Google Scholar profile.
Symposium schedule
Symposium will feature multiple sessions from March 23-27.
Sessions will be programmed at convenient daytimes of multiple regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Oceania; however, for the Americas, these sessions will be at early mornings and late nights.
Symposium Chairs
Amit Kumar
Indian Institute of Technology Patna, India
Rima Thakur
National Institute of Technology Patna, India
Plenary Speakers
Antonio Molinaro
University of Napoli Federico II, Italy
Chi-Huey Wong
Scripps Research, United States
Todd L. Lowary
University of Alberta, United States
Peter H. Seeberger
Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interphase, Germany
Invited Speakers
Charles C. J. Loh
University College Dublin, Ireland
Christian Marcus Pedersen
University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Clare S. Mahon
Durham University, United Kingdom
Clay Bennett
Tufts University, United States
Gavin J. Miller
Keele University, United Kingdom
Hiromune Ando
Gifu university, Japan
Jeyakumar Kandasamy
Pondicherry University, India
Liu Xuewei
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
M Carmen Galan
University of Bristol, United Kingdom
Mark S. Taylor
University of Toronto, Canada
Martin Fascione
University of York, United Kingdom
Nicola Pohl
Indiana University, United States
Pavan K Kancharla
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India
Peng Peng
Shandong University, China
Srinivas Hotha
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune, India
Steve Sucheck
The University of Toledo, United States
Sudhir Kashyap
Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur, India
Suvarn S. Kulkarni
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India
Valentin Wittmann
University of Konstanz, Germany
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Flash presentations?
They are brief, impactful, and convey information about a novel protocol, perspective, technique, or research results. For instance, one Flash Talk may describe an innovative interdisciplinary research outcome. Another may describe results for a pilot/prototype study.
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Can I submit an abstract if I'm not an early career researcher?
This symposium focuses on early career researchers, but all researchers are welcome to attend. However, the format of the presentation will be 8 minutes flash talk.
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What is the submission deadline for abstracts?
The submission deadline for abstracts is September 30, 11:59 PM ET.
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What is the required format for abstracts?
Abstracts should be 2500 characters or less and include the title, author(s), and a concise description of your research.
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Can I include images or figures in my abstract?
Yes, limited use of images or figures is permitted to enhance your abstract's content.
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When will I know if my abstract is accepted?
Presenters can expect to receive their acceptance notices approximately 3 months before the meeting. Scheduling notices are sent periodically starting approximately 2 months before the meeting.
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What if I can't attend the symposium on the scheduled date?
While attending is encouraged, if you can't participate in real time, you can still submit an abstract for inclusion. In case the abstract is accepted, you can share a recorded version of flash talk.
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Do I need to register separately if my abstract is accepted?
Yes, accepted presenters will have to register for ACS Spring 2025. Symposium organizers will reach out to confirm their participation.
