SICC-6 2009 - 6th Singapore International Chemical Conference (SICC-6)

It is my sincere pleasure to welcome you to the Singapore International Chemical Conference 6 (SICC-6). SICC-6, which will be held from 15 -18 December 2009, is jointly organized by the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry and the Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore.

The Singapore International Chemical Conference is a biennial conference dedicated to promoting advances in chemistry. The SICC-6 is the sixth in this series of conferences and aims to reflect on the significant scientific developments in Chemical Synthesis: Creativity and Applications.

Chemical synthesis, from nano-, macro- to mega-scales, has provided the many molecules and compounds driving key research efforts in the fields of biomedical sciences, electronics and materials development that are among the major economic pillars worldwide. To a smaller but meaningful extent, creative design of theoretically interesting molecules continues to be of special interest and challenge. The SICC-6 will provide a great opportunity for participants to interact and exchange ideas on creativity in chemical synthesis and advancing applications of the products. The conference will also be a good platform to foster potential future collaborations among the participants.

Singapore is a small, beautiful and ultra-modern city-state that is readily connected to all corners of the globe. It is full of excitement and surprises. Many say the West meets the East in Singapore, and it is also the gateway to the many wonders in South-East Asia and the Far East. I look forward to welcoming you to a stimulating conference in SICC-6 and an exciting stay in Singapore in December 2009!