Enabling Technologies for Chemical Synthesis

An innovative course designed to introduce cutting-edge technologies for chemical synthesis and strengthen laboratory techniques. In this course the power of technology is unlocked, stimulating creative chemical synthesis, and promoting impactful innovation in sustainable chemical processes.

  • Next Date

    4th February 2024

  • Length

    10 days

  • Format

    In-person

  • Investment

    starting at €400

Enabling Technologies for Chemical Synthesis
Overview

The “Enabling Technologies for Chemical Synthesis” is an innovative and international course designed to introduce cutting-edge technologies for chemical synthesis and strengthen laboratory techniques. In this course the power of technology is unlocked, stimulating creative chemical synthesis, and promoting impactful innovation in sustainable chemical processes.
The course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the latest tools and techniques that are transforming the landscape of chemistry. This course addresses a variety of technologies, such as flow chemistry, electrochemistry, mechanochemistry, photocatalysis, biocatalysis, machine learning and artificial intelligence, membrane technology, super-critical fluids and ultra-high pressure. These topics will empower chemists with the skills and expertise needed to excel in both industry and academia. As our scientific progress advances, so does the need to effectively harness the myriad of new technologies and better integrate diverse disciplines and sources of knowledge. In this context, this course introduces new enabling technologies of continuous processing and control as key design elements of the synthetic procedure.

*Investment

Participants can: assist the entire course; or assist some modules (per day); and have an extra hands-on module

Industry| Base course: 3000€ (all week)- 600€ (per day)
Hands-on module: 500€

Academics and Researshers
Base course: 600€ (all week); hands-on module: 500€

Studentes: 400€ (all week); hands-on module: 500€

 

Course Content

The course “Enabling Technologies in Chemical Synthesis” offers an unique opportunity to learn from experts in the field of flow chemistry, electrochemistry, mechanochemistry, photo- an biocatalysis, membrane technology, supercritical fluids, ultra-high pressure and machine-learning and artificial intelligence. This course unlocks the potential of technology to improve the development of chemical processes, by training professionals working in the chemical and pharmaceutical field. Throughout the course modules, participants will explore key themes fundamental to success in the chemical synthesis, lectured by internationally recognized scientists in the field.

The Program is organized into 3 modules:

 

  • Module 1- Sustainable Chemical Technologies
    Flow Chemistry
    Prof. Dr. Stefan Bräse (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology – KIT)
    Electrochemistry
    Prof. Dr. Kevin Lam (The University of Greenwich)
    Mechanochemistry
    Evelina Colacino (Université de Montpellier)
    Machine Learning & AI
    Dr. Teodoro Laino (IBM Research Europe – Zurich)

 

  • Module 2-Enabling Catalytic Technologies v
    Photocatalysis
    Prof. Dr. Burkhard König (Regensburg University)
    Biocatalysis
    Prof. Dr. Jan Deska (University of Helsinki)

 

  • Module 3-Chemical Engineering Technologies
    Membrane Technology
    Andrew Livingston (Queen Mary University of London)
    Supercritical fluids
    Walter Leitner (Max Planck Institute for Chemical Energy Conversion)
    Ultra-high Pressure
    Isabelle Chataigner (Université de Rouen Normandie)
Learning Outcomes

The learning objectives of the course on “Enabling Technologies for Chemical Synthesis” aim to prepare researchers capable of addressing upcoming challenges and opportunities arising from the incorporation of new technologies in chemical synthesis. The aim is to train participants who work in the chemical synthesis and related fields, to use and adapt the traditional protocols and methodologies to technological-driven research and automation. The participants will acquire knowledge, skills and competences necessary to address the current challenges in chemical synthesis and to drive impactful innovation with to the application of the new technologies and integration of different technologies for the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.

 

Key objectives include:

 

  • Provide an easy-to-understand, concise, and current overview of Enabling Technologies.
  • Provide the background, fundamentals, technical aspects, methods, and a deep discussion on the application of these technologies in synthesis.
  • Unlock the potential and encourage the implantation of new technologies in chemical processes.
  • Improve and diversify research in chemical synthesis by highlighting the benefits of the use of machine assistance with a broader view across all synthesis environments.
  • Analyse a chemical process and propose alternative and sustainable routes applying new technologies.
  • Manipulate the equipment and solve problems associated with the chemical synthesis.

Participants Profile

As our scientific progress advances, so does the need to effectively harness the myriad of new technologies and better integrate diverse disciplines and sources of knowledge. Even today, the complex synthesis of  essential molecules in society, such as the APIs, heavily relies on well-established chemical processes, many of which were discovered decades ago. This stands in stark contrast to other scientific fields where rapid advancements in computer-based technology accelerate the discovery process. Although synthesis methods are progressing swiftly, we observe moderate changes in the equipment employed for chemical synthesis. Thus, the continuous training of chemists is increasingly relevant and differentiating for the development of chemical processes. In this context, “Enabling Technologies in Chemical Synthesis” international course is designed to meet the needs and to train pre-and post-doctoral scientists (Master and PhD level) from both academia and industry and educators interested in furthering their knowledge in enabling technologies for chemical synthesis. It aims to build upon and complement the participant’s previous knowledge of organic
chemistry and chemical engineering, emphasising the applications of the synthesis and catalysis towards APIs.

 

Who should apply:

  • chemist (PhD or Master level) working in industry
  • chemist (PhD or Master level) working in academia
  • chemistry students and employers of chemical industry and research & development institutions who wish to pursue their careers in chemistry or pharmacy-related fields
Program Coordination
Maria Manuel Marques

Associate Professor with Habilitation at NOVA FCT

Maria Manuel Marques is Associate Professor with habilitation from the chemistry department at NOVA School of Science and Technology – Universidade NOVA de Lisboa(NOVA FCT) and
member of LAQV-Requimte. She is the head of the Organic Synthesis and Chemical Biology group at NOVA FCT.
Maria Manuel Marques is passionate for innovative and sustainable synthetic methodologies. Her research revolves around the exciting interface of chemistry and biology. Through her extensive research, she explores innovative ways to address complex synthetic challenges, particularly the synthesis of medicinally relevant heterocyclic scaffolds, and glycopeptides in order to understand biological systems. She studied in Portugal and Austria and has been a visiting researcher at Universities in Europe. She has been the coordinator of national and international projects in competitive funding calls, and is highly committed to mentoring and supervision.

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