Dear Colleagues, Dear Researchers,
The GP2A (Group for the Promotion of Pharmaceutical chemistry in Academia) is delighted to announce the 34th GP2A 2026 Conference on Medicinal Chemistry, hosted by the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, 26–28 August 2026. The Conference is organized in collaboration with the SIGMA-1 Europe Cost Action (https://sigma1europe.eu/)
The conference venue is the brand-new Natrium Research Building, a state-of-the-art facility in the Faculty of Science and Technology.
City of Gothenburg/Göteborg
Welcome to Göteborg, Sweden’s vibrant coastal city where innovation meets Scandinavian charm. Set on the edge of a stunning archipelago, Göteborg offers a unique blend of maritime heritage, modern culture, excellent cuisine, and a relaxed, walkable city center. From picturesque canals and historic neighborhoods to world-class dining and green spaces, Göteborg provides the perfect setting for inspiring discussions and memorable conference experiences.
Useful links for Gothenburg
Tickets for public transport in Gothenburg – Download Link of the Mobile App of Västtrafik https://apps.apple.com/se/app/västtrafik-to-go/id424903083
Here is the link to the android app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vaesttrafik.vaesttrafik&hl=sv
You can find a description for the way from the suggested hotel (Comfort Hotel Panorama) here.
Please find a link to a bus connection from Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg city (Station: Korsvägen) here.
Conference Venue
The Natrium Research Building, located on Medicinaregatan 7B in Gothenburg, offers modern lecture halls, teaching labs, and exhibition spaces, making it an ideal setting for an international scientific meeting. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore Gothenburg, a vibrant and beautiful city on Sweden’s west coast.
Scientific Programme
Confirmed Keynote Speakers
- Mark Brönstrup, Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research, Germany
- Magnus J. Johansson, AstraZeneca & Stockholms Universitet, Sweden
- Silvia Ortega Gutiérrez, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain
- Maria Duca, CNRS Université Côte d’Azur, France
- Matt Todd, University College London, United Kingdom
- Laurence Lafanechère, Saxol & CNRS Université Grenoble Alpes, France
- Nina Hartrampf, University of Zurich, Switzerland
- Tangui Maurice, CNRS, INSERM U1198, France
- Carmen Abate, Università Degli Studi Di Bari, Italy
…and more to come.
Confirmed Scientific Sponsor Presentation
- Alexander Neumann, BioSolveIT, Germany
Preliminary Program: Will be published soon.
Flyer: Available here.
Hands-on Workshop – Modeling with SeeSAR by BioSoveIT (https://www.biosolveit.de/)
With an exciting hands-on learning session with the title “Medicinal Chemistry in Motion: Introduction to Rational Compound Design” BioSolveIT will contribute to our scientific programme.
You will learn how structure-based drug design supports lead optimization by turning binding-mode insights into actionable ideas for decorating and improving ligand scaffolds.
What makes BioSolveIT workshops special is their interactive, beginner-friendly format: using our drug design dashboard SeeSAR, you can explore binding prediction, fragment-growing strategies, scaffold exploration, and more. No computational chemistry expertise required, though experts will find plenty of depth. Please bring your own laptop and install SeeSAR in advance (find instructions here: https://www.biosolveit.de/workshops/gp2a-2026/); registered participants will receive a workshop license so you can continue testing the software for several weeks after the session.
Please find instruction for the installation and the registration to the workshop here: https://www.biosolveit.de/workshops/gp2a-2026/. Please note that only people registered to the conference will have access to the workshop.
Registration and Conference fee
Registration and fees: You can pay either by credit card or bank transfer (via purchase order for French colleagues). The fee includes the welcome reception on Wednesday evening, lunch on Thursday and Friday, and coffee breaks on all days. The dinner and social activity are optional at €68.
| Category | Fee [€] |
| Junior Researcher & GP2A Member | 150 |
| Junior Researcher | 170 |
| Senior Researcher & GP2A Member | 300 |
| Senior Researcher | 330 |
| Sponsor | 330 |
| Junior Researcher: PostDocs, PhD and Master students Senior Researcher: PIs, Professor, Lecturer | |
If you are not already a member, and would like to join GP2A, please use the following link: https://gp2a.org/index.php/gp2a-membership/
Please register here: https://gp2a.s2.yapla.com/en/event-101283/
Registration opens on 31th of January 2026. Book your seat early, there are limited seats available. Deadline for registration is the 1st of June 2026.
Abstract submission
The abstract template for young researcher presentations, poster-pitches and poster presentations and information for the submission are available here.
Please submit your abstract exclusively using the dedicated word template as a DOCX file here by the 30th of April 2026.
Please note that abstracts not fulfilling the template format will not be accepted. Abstract submission and poster/communication will eventually not be considered if the main author is not fully registered as a participant to the conference by the closing date for abstract submission (1st of June 2026).
Young Researcher Presentations and Poster Pitches: The organizing committee will select 10 attendees from the submitted abstracts for a Young Researcher Presentation (15 + 5 min)and 20 attendees for a Poster Pitch (3 min). Please select “no communication” during the abstract submission process, in case you do not wish to be considered for any oral communication, to notify the organizing committee of your preference.
Participants selected for Young Researcher Presentations and Poster Pitches will be notified shortly no later than 1st of June 2026.
The date for final registration (without abstract submission) is 1st of June 2026.
Prizes will be awarded for the Best Posters, Best Poster Pitch and Best Young Researcher Presentation.
Social Programme
Welcome Reception
On the evening of the 26th of August we will have a Welcome Reception in the Atrium of the conference Venue with food and beverages. the Welcome Reception is included in the conference fee.
Conference Dinner: An Evening Cruise through the Gothenburg Archipelago
We invite you to a truly unique conference dinner and social activity on board the historic M/S St. Erik. Experience a 3-hour boat tour through the stunning Gothenburg archipelago, offering breathtaking coastal scenery, open waters, and unforgettable views.
On board, guests will enjoy a Shrimp & Salmon Seafood Dinner, served in a relaxed and elegant maritime atmosphere. The dinner includes one drink (wine or beer) and table water. Additional beverages will be available for purchase on board.
Vegetarian, vegan or other dietary restrictions will be considered when communicated during registration.
This special evening provides the perfect opportunity to network, relax, and enjoy Nordic hospitality in an exceptional setting.
Important information:
- 🚢 3-hour archipelago boat tour
- 🍤 Shrimp & Salmon Seafood Dinner (Vegetarian, vegan or other dietary restrictions will be considered)
- 🍷 Includes one drink (wine or beer) and table water
- 🍺 Additional drinks available for purchase
- ⚓ Departure point: Lilla Bommens hamn
- 🛥️ Venue: M/S St. Erik, a beautifully preserved classic ship built in 1881
- 💶 Price: €68 per person
- 📌 The conference dinner must be booked separately and is not included in the registration fee
Do not miss this memorable evening combining outstanding scenery, excellent seafood, and great company on the waters of Gothenburg.
You can find a description for the way from the conference venue to the departure point of the conference dinner cruise Lilla Bommens hamn here.
Sponsorship
The success of the GP2A conference depends on the valued support of industrial partners and suppliers. Thank you to our generous sponsors for their invaluable support.
Sponsorship opportunities are available at different levels (Gold, Silver, Bronze, Marble), each offering unique visibility both online and onsite. Additional options include sponsoring coffee breaks, the welcome reception, or organizing workshops in the course labs.
Contact: Philipp Klahn – gp2a2026@gp2a.org
Accommodation suggestion
Comfort Hotel Panorama
Eklandagatan 51-53
412 61 Göteborg
https://www.strawberry.se/hotell/sverige/goteborg/comfort-hotel-panorama/
Bus connection to Campus Medicinareberget with Bus 63, every 8 min.
Please use the booking Code: BK-00305 to ensure our rates:
Single Room with Breakfast, access to the relax area and Wi-Fi for 1072 SEK (~96 €) per night
Double Room with Breakfast, access to the relax area and Wi-Fi for 1272 SEK (~114 €) per night
Please book your room early. There is a contingent of 100 rooms available.
All rooms not booked 60 days before the conference will be released.
Local Organising Committee
The 34th Annual GP2A Medicinal Chemistry Conference is organised by Associate Professor Philipp Klahn and Professor Morten Grötli from the Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Gothenburg.
Contact and Information
For more information about the GP2A network and conference updates, please visit: https://gp2a.org/
Follow GP2A on LinkedIn & X: @gp2a_pharm
Contact: Philipp Klahn (gp2a2026@gp2a.org)
We look forward to welcoming you to Gothenburg.
Dr. Philipp Klahn, Associate Professor & Prof. Morten Grötli, University of Gothenburg, Sweden
Dr. Florence McCarthy, Associate Professor, University College Cork, Ireland, President of GP2A