Conference Description
The Molecular and Ionic Clusters GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
Molecular and ionic clusters span the size range from small aggregates of atoms or molecules to droplets and nanoparticles. These systems present a unique form of matter intermediate between isolated molecules and bulk matter, which are characterized by a high surface-to-volume ratio, pronounced quantum effects and/or properties that lie in the non-scalable regime. They represent ideal model systems for studying fundamental processes relevant in catalysis, the properties of water and ion solvation, atmospheric as well as biophysical chemistry, material science, astrophysics and chiral recognition at the molecular level.
This is a field of science in which novel technique and instrument developments both inspire and are driven by complementary breakthroughs in theory, computation and modelling. This meeting will bring together leading and early career researchers working on the spectroscopy, dynamics and reaction kinetics of size-selected systems ranging from small atomic clusters to macroscopic aerosols.
Hosted at a stunning venue nestled in the hills of Tuscany, this GRC - one of the highlight meetings in this field - will feature a range of invited talks and contributed presentations arranged in 9 topical sessions along with four poster periods. It will be preceded by a Gordon Research Seminar for early career researchers in the field.
The topics, speakers, and discussion leaders for the conference sessions are displayed below. The conference chair is currently developing their detailed program, which will include the complete meeting schedule, as well as the talk titles for all speakers. The detailed program will be available by December 20, 2025. Please check back for updates.
Chemistry of Atomically Precise Clusters
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Cluster Models of Solvation
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Clusters and Aerosols
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Advanced Methods in Cluster Science
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Electronic and Quantum Effects in Clusters
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Clusters in Extreme Environments
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Time-Resolved Methods in Cluster Science
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Clusters as Models for Biomolecular Chemistry
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Cluster Science for Understanding Condensed Phase Chemistry
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