Interactions Across Multiple Time and Length Scales: Experiment and Theory

The Molecular Interactions and Dynamics 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scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages.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 a diverse range 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.

The topics of the Molecular Interactions and Dynamics GRC span a wide range of disciplines, grounded in physical chemistry and chemical physics, and touching upon the interactions and dynamics of isolated molecules, clusters, solution, surfaces, interfaces, and biological systems, including their application to heterogeneous catalysis, materials, photochemistry and ultrafast processes, energy-related science, combustion, atmospheric and interstellar chemistry. The conference strives to connect fundamental physical chemistry research with practical systems. A hallmark of these meetings is the strong mix of theory and experiment and the dialogue it stimulates. The conference will bring together researchers who are at the forefront of these fields, and it will provide opportunities for early-career scientists, postdocs and graduate students to present their work in poster format and exchange ideas with established leaders. Held on the beautiful campus of Stonehill College, the 2024 MID conference proudly continues these traditions. We encourage all who attend to submit abstracts for poster presentations. Several poster presenters will be selected for short talks based on the abstracts provided. The collegial atmosphere of this conference provides an avenue for scientists of all ages and disciplines to get to know each other, to brainstorm new ideas, and to establish fruitful collaborations.

Immediately before the GRC, a Gordon Research Seminar will be held at the same location, providing young scientists with the opportunity to network with their peers and to familiarize themselves with the spirit and topics of the subsequent GRC.