The Organising Committee cordially invites you to attend the XXth International Symposium on Medicinal Chemistry that will be held in Vienna on August 31 to September 4, 2008, organised by the Austrian Chemical Society, on behalf of the European Federation for Medicinal Chemistry (EFMC).

The XXth ISMC will continue the tradition established by this biannual International Symposia covering drug discovery advances in all therapeutic areas as well as the most recent advances in lead identification strategies, drug design and profiling technologies. The emphasis will be on first time disclosures. The 2008 ISMC will also illustrate the impact of the “omics” area on the interfaces between chemistry, informatics and biology.

The Congress venue, Austria Center Vienna is located in the central area of Vienna and offers state of the art facilities for speakers, exhibitors and attendants.

Vienna, located in the very heart of Europe offers itself as the most sophisticated and distinguished venue for conventions. The climate of tolerance and understanding creates ideal conditions for international meetings. The City´s active commitment to research, its prospering economy together with its rich cultural life, stimulating arts and music scene and its refined lifestyle will provide and enjoyable and valuable complement to a successful meeting.

Looking forward to your active participation!

Peter Ettmayer
Symposium Chairman