The School of Chemistry at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) is hosting the third edition of the 2026 Symposium on Medicinal Chemistry and Organic Chemistry (SimQM QO), an academic event designed to showcase advances, research findings, and scientific contributions in these fields, while promoting public engagement with science and strengthening undergraduate research groups.
On Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28, the program features lectures, talks, poster presentations, panel discussions, and other activities aimed at fostering knowledge exchange, academic dialogue, and the dissemination of scientific experiences.
The symposium will feature international speakers and researchers from Mexico, Panama, Chile, and Argentina, who will participate in various academic activities. Featured guests include Karen Ochoa from the University of Sonora; Johant Lakey from INDICASAT AIP; Flavia Zacconi from the Pontifical Catholic University; and Luis Cala from the National University of Rosario.
SimQM QO 2026 Symposium Program
The following is the schedule for Wednesday, October 28, featuring the day’s academic activities and guest speakers.
| Symposium on Medicinal Chemistry and Organic Chemistry 2026 | ||
| Time | Activity | Speaker |
| 9:00-9:30a.m. | Porphyrins and metalloporphyrins as photosensitizing platforms: design, photophysical properties, and applications in photodynamic therapy. | Dr. Fabián Espitia |
| 9:30-10:00a.m. | Beyond the macrocycle: design of hybrid porphyrins and metalloporphyrins with antimicrobial potential. | Dra. Angie Tamayo |
| 10:20-11:00a.m. | Structural modulation of conjugated heterocyclic systems. | Dr. Jorge Trilleras |
| 11:00-11:30a.m. | Synthesis and evaluation of tetracyclic alkaloid analogues from Ganoderma as inhibitors of the α-glucosidase enzyme. | Dr. Luis Cala |
| 2:30-3:00p.m. | Synthesis and characterization of novel quinoline–chalcone hybrids and computational screening of their potential as multitarget agents. | Qco. Haider Mariño |
| 3:00-3:40p.m. | Molecular innovation and sustainability: expanding the frontiers of organic chemistry. | Dra. Flavia Zacconi |
| 3:40-3:45p.m. | Closing remarks and acknowledgments. | Dr. Arnold Romero |
| 3:45-5:45p.m. | Student poster exhibition. | Estudiantes Química |
“La ventaja de estos espacios radica en que incentivan a nuestros estudiantes de pregrado y posgrado a profundizar en las temáticas abordadas, establecer contactos, intercambiar experiencias y fortalecer sus vínculos con profesionales, entre otras oportunidades de aprendizaje y relacionamiento”, destacó Julio Roberto Pinzón Joya, director Escuela Química.
Con la ejecución de estos encuentros, la UIS consolida una oportunidad para compartir saberes y explorar nuevas perspectivas en la investigación química. Asimismo, contribuye al fortalecimiento de la formación académica de los estudiantes y la promoción de redes de colaboración.
