DIVISIONS
Polymers and materials:
Polymers and materials play a major role in solving most of today’s societal challenges. They contribute to progress in areas such as the environment, energy, health, mobility and communication. The DPM therefore intends to highlight this importance within the French chemistry community. At the SCF26 congress, the DPM welcomes contributions covering all aspects of this domain, from synthesis and processing to applications and end-of-life management of polymers and materials.
Organic chemistry:
Organic chemistry is a fundamental tool for understanding and designing molecular systems, from structure and reactivity to applications. This field involves all aspects dealing with the preparation, transformation and properties of carbon-based molecular and supramolecular entities, including synthesis and methods development, chirality and asymmetric synthesis, organometallic and main group chemistry, and bioorganic chemistry.
Catalysis:
Catalysis lies at the heart of the transition towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. This session will address both heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis as well as hybrid catalysis. We welcome contributions that introduce new concepts, enhance the understanding and design of catalysts (from molecular to material scale), and explore catalytic processes, including catalytic engineering.
Physical chemistry:
Physical chemistry aims to understand chemical systems through the physical properties of matter – and the processes it undergoes – from the atomic to the macroscopic scale. This broad field includes photochemistry, electrochemistry, molecular magnetism, theory, radiochemistry, analytical chemistry, nanoscience, and optical and neutron spectrometries.
Solid state chemistry:
Solid state chemistry is a multidisciplinary science devoted to the study of solid materials in various forms − powders, crystals, thin films, crystalline or amorphous. It encompasses synthesis, structural and morphological characterization, physical and chemical property analysis, and theoretical modeling. The ultimate goal is to establish structure-property relationships to engineer materials for targeted applications. With broad relevance to energy, optics, (photo)catalysis, data storage, health, sensors and microelectronics, solid state chemistry is a driving force behind sustainable technological innovations.
Coordination chemistry:
Coordination chemistry focuses on the design of ligands and their coordination to metal ions across the periodic table (s, p, d and f blocks), along with the characterization of the resulting coordination compounds or organometallic complexes. This intrinsically pluridisciplinary field spans molecular catalysts for small molecule or bond activation, optical, magnetic, and electronic properties of molecules and molecular materials, the design of agents for medical imaging or therapy, and the role of metals in biology with applications in catalysis, energy and health.
Energy interdivision:
The transversal Energy Division of the French Chemical Society investigates chemical solutions for the energy transition. Different types of energy are explored, including non-renewable, renewable, nuclear, biomass, as well as technologies for energy conversion and storage. This division emphasizes the development of novel functional materials, reaction kinetics, and process technologies, while also addressing sustainability through life cycle and eco-design principles.
Sustainable chemistry interdivision:
This division focuses on cross-disciplinary research aligned with sustainable development goals—preserving resources, reducing energy use, and minimizing environmental impact in accordance with REACH regulations. Priorities include eco-efficient processes, renewable raw materials, innovative product development, toxicological and eco-toxicological expertise, and strategies for recycling and reuse of by-products and waste, contributing to the circular economy and environment protection through remediation of water, air and soil.
Education and training:
This division is dedicated to improving chemistry education across high schools and universities. It promotes the sharing of best practices to improve learning outcomes, the evolution of teaching methods, and stronger communication among educators to enhance student learning outcomes and engagement in the chemical sciences.
Industrial chemistry:
The Industrial Chemistry Division focuses on the design of industrial chemical processes, with a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Key areas include eco-efficient processes, the emergence of new technologies, process improvement, and supply chain management. The division places a strong focus on research, development, and production The division fosters collaboration between academia and industry, particularly around the Transition Pathway for the Chemical Industry, in partnership with the European Commission’s DG GROW, to address energy, health, and environmental challenges.
Chemical Biology:
Chemical Biology is a discipline at the interface between chemistry and biology that aims to understand and modulate biological processes using molecular tools. By combining organic chemistry, coordination chemistry, bioorthogonal chemistry, analytical chemistry, biophysics, biochemistry, and cell biology, this discipline develops innovative approaches to investigate and disrupt living systems. Its applications span the fields of health, agrochemistry, and the environment, supporting the development of new therapeutic, diagnostic, and biotechnological strategies.