Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology Division


The MCCB plays an important role in advancing medicinal chemistry and chemical biology in Australia. The Division had as its patron the eminent Australian scientist Adrien Albert who was world renowned for his work in toxicology and chemistry, and our most prestigious lectureship – The Adrien Albert Lecture – is named in his honour.


 

Our Purpose

 

Our Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology Division was created to:

  • provide a networking platform for those with an interest in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology from all sectors
  • help to disseminate the latest research and applications of medicinal chemistry and chemical biology
  • help provide for the professional development of medicinal chemists
  • encourage students to embark on a career in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology.
  

Regular Events 

 

  • The Division holds regular national conferences every two years where the latest academic research and commercial sector innovations are presented.
  • We also enjoy reciprocal links with the Molecular Graphics and Modelling Society and have held two highly successful joint conferences.

 

Divisional Awards

 

We present a range of awards to recognise the contribution of our members. Highlights include:

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  • The Adrien Albert Award

    • The Adrien Albert Award is the premier award of the MCCB Division and is given for sustained, outstanding research in the field of medicinal chemistry or chemical biology

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  • The Peter Andrews Award for Innovation in Medicinal Chemistry/Chemical Biology

    • This award recognises innovation in the development of small molecules as potential therapeutic agents or chemical probes by RACI members who are within 15 years of being awarded their PhD.

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  • The Graham Johnston Best Thesis Award
    • The Graham Johnston Best Thesis Award is to recognise and encourage outstanding young research scientists at the beginning of their careers. The award is given for the best PhD thesis conferred in the previous two years in the field of Medicinal Chemistry and/or Chemical Biology.
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Divisional Committee

Position Name
Chair - Sally-Ann Poulsen
Chair Elect - Dr Brad E. Sleebs
Treasurer - Yuning Hong
Secretary - Dr Santosh Rudrawar
State Representative - Andrew Abell
State Representative - Matthew Piggott

 

Become Involved

 

If you would like more information on our MCCB Division, or how to become involved, please contact us

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