Exploring and Exploiting Mechanical Phenomena

The Multiscale Mechanochemistry and Mechanobiology 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scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages.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.

Mechanochemistry and mechanobiology are rapidly evolving fields with many new developments in recent years. These fields share the common goal to understand and utilize the effects of mechanical forces acting on molecules, cells, tissues and (bio)materials. Initially focused on the discovery of fundamental mechanisms, the obtained knowledge is increasingly translated into applications. These include the mechanosynthesis of valued chemicals, self-reporting and self-healing materials, actuators and soft robots, materials for tissue engineering as well as mechanodiagnostics and therapeutics. This conference aims to bridge research on fundamental mechanisms with applications that leverage mechanochemical and mechanobiological processes.

This GRC provides a multidisciplinary forum and is designed to foster collaboration and innovation at the intersection of mechanochemistry and mechanobiology. It brings together early career and established scientists with diverse backgrounds and from a variety of disciplines, including but not limited to biology, chemistry, physics, engineering and materials science. The conference provides a unique opportunity to learn about the latest advances in this multidisciplinary field and to engage with diverse researchers from different disciplines. We will identify new scientific and technological challenges and opportunities and provide an open forum for debate and discussion. The conference will be preceded by a GRS to enable young scientists to network and to learn about the exciting research carried out in this quickly developing area.