Chemical synthesis is already central to life and society, and has a fundamental role to play in delivering a sustainable future. The discovery, optimisation, and scalable manufacture of molecules and materials is pivotal for challenges such as the transition to green energy, resilient food production, and emerging healthcare needs. To meet these needs, both creative synthetic strategies and enabling tools and technologies are required. This Beilstein Organic Chemistry Symposium brings together international experts who are developing and using technology to shape future directions in synthesis in a collaborative, open, and supportive environment. Photo-, electro-, mechano-, microwave, continuous flow, automated, and plasma chemistry will be represented alongside the diverse chemical fields that benefit from them, including organic synthesis, catalysis, biocatalysis, materials chemistry, and medicinal chemistry. An emphasis on sustainability assessment and the growing impact of technology will stimulate discussion on the current status of the field and what is needed to drive progress in the coming years. Our core aim is to foster collaboration and to identify opportunities to share knowledge, expertise, and skills to accelerate the adoption of technology in synthesis for the benefit of society.

The symposium will cover, but is not limited to the following themes: