45th National Convention of the South African Chemical Institute (SACI-45) is a prestigious and long-standing series of scientific meetings that have been held triennially. SACI-45 will showcase the vibrancy and diversity of chemical sciences in South Africa and beyond. This unique event is a testament to the innovative and collaborative spirit of the chemical sciences community on the continent. The theme for the conference is 鈥淐hemistry: A Window For Change鈥�, and it accentuates the transformative role of chemistry in addressing global challenges and fostering innovation for the change needed for a sustainable future.
The convention will feature plenary addresses, invited, keynote, and contributed presentations, fostering dialogue and collaboration among scientists from various chemistry-related disciplines. SACI-45 serves as a vital platform for local and international chemists, including postgraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and professionals from Higher Education Institutions, Research Councils, and Industry, to present groundbreaking research, exchange ideas, and forge new connections. This convention is the premier event of the Institute, with more than 100 oral presentations and is expected to host approximately 400 delegates.
Quantum Sciences: In honour of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, SACI-45 will host a special session dedicated to quantum sciences. This session will explore a range of topics, from fundamental quantum processes to advanced quantum tools applied in chemistry, including imaging, sensing, computational techniques etc.
Prof. Mags Blackie: Associate Director of the Centre for Advancing Undergraduate Science Education at Virginia Tech., USA
Prof. Christian W. Klampfl: Head of the Institute of Analytical and General Chemistry at the Johannes Kepler University in Linz Innsbruck, Austria
Prof. Greg Scholes: William S. Tod Professor of Chemistry at Princeton University, USA
Prof. Peter Wasserscheid: Head of Institute for Chemical Reaction Engineering at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nurnberg, and Director: Forschungszentrum Julich.
Dr Xolani Nocanda: Senior Researcher at CSIR, South Africa
Prof Vincent O. Nyamori: Professor at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (Durban), South Africa
Prof Dr Ron M.A. Heeren: Distinguished Professor and Limburg Chair at Maastricht University, Netherlands
Dr Martin Brits: Technical Specialist (Southern African Grain Laboratory NPC)
Prof. Marietjie Potgieter: Professor Emeritus at the University of Pretoria, South Africa
Prof Cornelia GCE van Sittert: Professor at the North-West University, South Africa
Prof Vladimir Azov: Professor at the University of the Free State, South Africa
Prof Perdita Barran: Professor at the University of Manchester, UK
Prof. Dr. Moniek Tromp: Chair of Materials Chemistry at the Zernike Institute at the University of Groningen, Netherlands
Prof. Liliana Mammino: Professor emeritus at the University of Venda, South Africa - Chemical Education Medal 2024
The convention will feature plenary addresses, invited, keynote, and contributed presentations, fostering dialogue and collaboration among scientists from various chemistry-related disciplines. SACI-45 serves as a vital platform for local and international chemists, including postgraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and professionals from Higher Education Institutions, Research Councils, and Industry, to present groundbreaking research, exchange ideas, and forge new connections. This convention is the premier event of the Institute, with more than 100 oral presentations and is expected to host approximately 400 delegates.
Special Sessions
Chemistry Entrepreneurship: SACI-45 will host at least one special session dedicated to young scientists, including a session on Chemistry Entrepreneurship to be led by Dr David Fine (who invented airport explosives/narcotics sensors, etc.). This session will feature successful young chemistry entrepreneurs who will share their insights on transitioning from the laboratory to building a thriving commercial enterprise.Quantum Sciences: In honour of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, SACI-45 will host a special session dedicated to quantum sciences. This session will explore a range of topics, from fundamental quantum processes to advanced quantum tools applied in chemistry, including imaging, sensing, computational techniques etc.
Plenary Speakers
Prof. Amanda Bryant-Friedrich: Dean of the Graduate School and Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USAProf. Mags Blackie: Associate Director of the Centre for Advancing Undergraduate Science Education at Virginia Tech., USA
Prof. Christian W. Klampfl: Head of the Institute of Analytical and General Chemistry at the Johannes Kepler University in Linz Innsbruck, Austria
Prof. Greg Scholes: William S. Tod Professor of Chemistry at Princeton University, USA
Prof. Peter Wasserscheid: Head of Institute for Chemical Reaction Engineering at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nurnberg, and Director: Forschungszentrum Julich.
Keynote Speakers
Dr. David H. Fine: Entrepreneur Keynote Founder: CyTerra | Vero-Biotech Author: Nooshin Erfani-Ghadimi (Wits BSc Hons 1964, Leeds PhD 1967) Wits University, South Africa, Leeds University, EnglandDr Xolani Nocanda: Senior Researcher at CSIR, South Africa
Prof Vincent O. Nyamori: Professor at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (Durban), South Africa
Prof Dr Ron M.A. Heeren: Distinguished Professor and Limburg Chair at Maastricht University, Netherlands
Dr Martin Brits: Technical Specialist (Southern African Grain Laboratory NPC)
Prof. Marietjie Potgieter: Professor Emeritus at the University of Pretoria, South Africa
Prof Cornelia GCE van Sittert: Professor at the North-West University, South Africa
Prof Vladimir Azov: Professor at the University of the Free State, South Africa
Prof Perdita Barran: Professor at the University of Manchester, UK
Prof. Dr. Moniek Tromp: Chair of Materials Chemistry at the Zernike Institute at the University of Groningen, Netherlands
SACI Award Speakers
Prof. Roger Hunter: Professor Senior Research Scholar University of Cape Town, South Africa - Gold Medal 2023Prof. Liliana Mammino: Professor emeritus at the University of Venda, South Africa - Chemical Education Medal 2024
Topics
- Analytical
- Chromatography
- Mass spectroscopy
- Electrochemistry
- Education
- Environmental
- Green
- Industrial
- Inorganic
- Organic
- Physical (including Computational, Supramolecular, Crystallography, ThermSA)
- Polymer and Macromolecules
Deadlines
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SACI-45 Sponsorship and Exhibition Prospectus
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Prof Amanda Bryant-Friedrich_Plenary Speaker
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Prof Mags Blackie_Plenary Speaker
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Prof Christian W. Klampfl_Plenary Speaker
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Prof Greg Scholes_Plenary Speaker
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Prof Peter Wasserscheid_Plenary Speaker
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SACI Convention Flyer
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Student Bursary Application Flyer
