UK and Ireland events
Explore chemistry events across the UK and Ireland
Discover a wide range of chemistry events happening throughout the UK and Ireland, from workshops and lectures to conferences and networking opportunities. Use this page to browse all upcoming events, find those near you, and stay connected with the chemistry community.
Medicinal chemistry summer school 2026
Established since 1981, our summer school has trained many of the world’s leading medicinal chemists
7–12 June 2026
Loughborough, UK
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Directing biosynthesis VIII
A highlight for the community of researchers interested in the biosynthesis of natural products.
29 June–1 July 2026
Manchester, UK
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Carbon Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future
An event showcasing innovative carbon research aimed at promoting a sustainable future, for early- and mid-care...
20 May 2026
Manchester, UK
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Comprehensive ICP-MS Software (Agilent MassHunter for SQMS)
The comprehensive ICP-MS Software Training course introduces Agilent MassHunter for instrument control, data ac...
20–21 May 2026
Milton Keynes, UK
RSC Members' Networking Reception at CHEMUK 2026
Join us at the end of day one of CHEMUK 2026 for refreshments and to network with other RSC members.
20 May 2026
Birmingham, UK
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Career Consultations at CHEMUK 2026
One-to-one consultations available to RSC members to discuss career planning and opportunities.
20–21 May 2026
Birmingham, UK
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Retired Members and Members Lunch
Retired members and members lunch at the Dartmoor Lodge, Ashburton, Devon, 21 May 2026, 12:00–15:00.
21 May 2026
Ashburton, UK
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Global Clinical Trials Connect 2026
Driving innovation, collaboration, and patient-focused excellence across the clinical research ecosystem.
27–28 May 2026
London, UK
Digi-Tech Pharma & AI 2026
Powering the future of pharma through digital innovation.
27–28 May 2026
London, UK
Essex and East London Spring lunch
Essex and East London local section spring lunch and talk
27 May 2026
Chelmsford, UK
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16-18 Chemistry Lectures and Network
Don't miss this opportunity to visit the Royal Society of Chemistry, explore A-level chemistry topics, and netw...
29 May 2026
London, UK
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5th SCI / RSC Symposium on Anti-Infectives Drug Discovery
This two-day symposium will examine the latest advances in anti-infectives drug discovery from a medicinal chem...
1–2 June 2026
London, UK
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Intelligent Clothing: Data-Driven Wearables For Human Per...
A webinar on AI-powered smart fabrics that read the body, respond in real time, and enhance performance through...
2 June 2026
UK
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Central Yorkshire Local Section Annual General Meeting, D...
The AGM of the Central Yorkshire Local Section will be held on Tuesday 2 June in Leeds.
2 June 2026
Leeds, UK
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Medicinal chemistry summer school 2026
Established since 1981, our summer school has trained many of the world’s leading medicinal chemists
7–12 June 2026
Loughborough, UK
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EES Carbon Dioxide Removal Forum
A workshop to bridge recent academic carbon dioxide removal work into real-world implementation.
8 June 2026
London, UK
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2026 RSC Chemical Biology and Bio-organic Group Postgradu...
The RSC CBBG PGR Symposium at Queen Mary University
8 June 2026
London, UK
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Visit to the Diamond Light Source and Rosalind Franklin I...
A guided tour of the Diamond Light Source and the Rosalind Franklin Institute.
8 June 2026
Didcot, UK
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Spray Drying and Atomisation of Formulations CPD Course
A practical course involving demonstrations, theory and real industrial case studies.
9–11 June 2026
Leeds, UK
UK Porous Materials (UKPorMat) Annual Conference - 2026
The 9th UK Porous Materials Conference (UKPorMat) will take place at the University of Bristol from 9th to 10th...
9–10 June 2026
Bristol, UK
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7th RSC-BMCS / DMDG New Perspectives in DMPK and Medicinal Chemistry
We are excited to return for our 7th New Perspectives meeting jointly organised between the RSC and DMDG.
10 June 2026
London, UK
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GSF26: Chemistry Everywhere All At Once
Join this outreach event to carry out tabletop experiments to learn about proteins and solar cells.
10–12 June 2026
Glasgow, UK
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