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It is with great sadness that we have to report that Professor Brendan Howlin, the current MGMS Treasurer, passed away on 5^th August. Brendan had been a member of the Society for many years, for the last six of which he served as Treasurer. He was a distinguished member of staff at the University of Surrey, where his research group pursued a broad range of interests in the field of molecular simulations and computational chemistry, including polymer modelling and drug design. The MGMS would like to offer its deepest condolences to Brendan’s family – he will be very sorely missed as a colleague and a friend.

October 4th, 2024 at GSK’s Medicines Research Centre in Stevenage

This symposium is organized in honour of Frank Blaney.  Frank was an early adopter of computational chemistry, championing its use in industry and was a founding member of the MGMS.  Known for his innovative work in molecular modelling and drug discovery, Frank’s many associations included Oxford University, Queen’s University Belfast, GSK, Sosei Heptares and the MGMS.

This meeting brings together leading scientists to discuss their pioneering work in utilizing computational methods to address a wide array of challenges in the biological sciences. The event serves as a platform to celebrate Frank’s legacy and inspire further advancements in the field.

More details can be obtained from https://irinatkhnv.wixsite.com/fb-symposium

Awarded for: Figure 3 published in “Online tools to easily build virtual molecular models for display in augmented and virtual reality on the web” by Fabio Cortes Rodriguez, Matteo Dal Peraro, Luciano A. Abriata

Published in 2022 in the Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling, Vol 114, July 2022, 108164

To support postdoctoral and young independent researchers, and to remember MGMS founder member Dr Frank Blaney, the MGMS has established the Frank Blaney Award (formerly the Silver Jubilee Award). This is awarded to outstanding young researchers in the field.

Nominations are now sought for the MGMS Frank Blaney Award 2023. All aspects of each candidate’s contributions to the field of molecular modelling and related areas (covering computational molecular science, including the development of methods, scientific hypotheses and insights, research presentations, patents, software and algorithms) may be considered by the Award Committee.

More details can be found here. 

Details of past winners can be found here.

Molecular dynamics (MD) has established itself as a key tool in the pharmaceutical industry and drug development pipeline. Traditionally, free energy calculations have been used to predict the binding affinity of small molecules in the drug design cycle and remain a core method in the field. Although extremely useful, other approaches have been developed in a variety of industrial settings that go beyond the traditional free energy approach. The “MD in Pharma” meeting aims to highlight some of the key developments of MD applied in the pharmaceutical industry and stimulate discussion about the future direction of new and emerging methodologies.

Location: Brunei Lecture Theatre, SOAS, 10 Thornhaugh St, London WC1H 0XG, UK (nearest tube station = Russell Square)

Website: https://mdinpharma.wordpress.com/

Registration links:
•       Eventbrite Page (to purchase tickets):
•       Registration form

PLEASE NOTE: Both links must be followed and completed to ensure your place at the event.
Registration closes March 17th 2023. See you there!

To support postdoctoral and young independent researchers, and to remember MGMS founder member Dr Frank Blaney, the MGMS has established the Frank Blaney Award (formerly the Silver Jubilee Award). This is awarded to outstanding young researchers in the field.

Nominations are now sought for the MGMS Frank Blaney Award 2022. All aspects of each candidate’s contributions to the field of molecular modelling and related areas (covering computational molecular science, including the development of methods, scientific hypotheses and insights, research presentations, patents, software and algorithms) may be considered by the Award Committee.

More details on the Prize page. 

To support postdoctoral and young independent researchers, and to remember MGMS founder member Dr Frank Blaney, the MGMS has established the MGMS Frank Blaney Award (formerly the MGMS Silver Jubilee Award). This is awarded to outstanding young researchers in the field.

We are delighted to announce that the Fourth MGMS Frank Blaney Award has been awarded to Dr. Albert J Kooistra, Dr Albert J Kooistra, an Assistant Professor at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. Congratulations, Albert.

Awarded for: Figure 5 published in “Investigating molecular mechanism for the stability of ternary systems containing cetrimide, fatty alcohol and water by using computer simulation” by Hoang Dang Vu, Hung Hung Tran, Cao Phuong Cong, Hue Minh Thu Nguyen, Toan T. Nguyen

Published in 2020 in the Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling, Vol 95, March 2020, 107500

Awarded for: Figure 5 published in “Investigating molecular mechanism for the stability of ternary systems containing cetrimide, fatty alcohol and water by using computer simulation” by Hoang Dang Vu, Hung Hung Tran, Cao Phuong Cong, Hue Minh Thu Nguyen, Toan T. Nguyen

Published in 2020 in the Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling, Vol 95, March 2020, 107500

To support postdoctoral and young independent researchers, and to remember MGMS founder member Dr Frank Blaney, the MGMS has established the MGMS Frank Blaney Award (formerly the MGMS Silver Jubilee Award). This is awarded to outstanding young researchers in the field. 

The call for 2021 nominations can be downloaded here.

The last for submitting nominations is no later than 5th November 2021.