5th Probe Hackathon in Toronto -

A Satellite Meeting of ICBS 2024

About the Chemical Probes Portal

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Event Overview

We are excited to announce that for the first time in North America, the 5th Probe Hackathon will be held in Toronto, adjacent to the International Chemical Biology Society's 2024 conference (ICBS 2024). This dynamic one-day event focuses on identifying the best and worst protein inhibitors or chemical probes.

What to Expect

During the Hackathon, participants will:

- Gain insights into the criteria that define a high-quality chemical probe.

- Evaluate various compounds to assess their suitability as effective chemical probes.

- Engage with leading experts from academia and industry who will be present to guide and collaborate throughout the day.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for students in the fields of Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Biochemistry, or related areas. If you are currently pursuing a Post Doctoral Fellowship or you are in your third or fourth year of a PhD program, we highly encourage you to participate. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to enhancing scientific research standards, learn extensively about chemical probes, and network with prominent academics and industry professionals.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024

Location: Ontario Power Building (700 University Av.), Toronto, Canada

Registration

Places are limited, so don’t miss your chance to register. For full details and to secure your spot, please visit https://www.chemicalprobes.org/hackathons/icbs