The 59th Bürgenstock Conference – SCS Conference on Stereochemistry will take place from May 3–7, 2026 at the historic Hotel Waldstätterhof in Brunnen, Switzerland. Renowned for its exceptional scientific quality, the Bürgenstock Conference is one of the world’s leading international meetings in chemistry, offering an ideal setting for high-level interdisciplinary exchange and forward-looking scientific discussion.

About the Bürgenstock Conference

Founded in 1965, the Bürgenstock Conference has earned its reputation as a prestigious platform for presenting cutting-edge research in stereochemistry, molecular science, and frontier chemistry. Over the decades, it has evolved into a multidisciplinary hub where top scientists from chemistry, molecular biology, molecular medicine, biophysics, and materials science explore the fundamental principles that govern matter and life at the molecular level.

A Historic Venue on Lake Lucerne

For more than 40 years, the conference was held at the Bürgenstock Resort above Lake Lucerne. Since 2009, the meeting has taken place at the beautiful Seehotel Waldstätterhof Brunnen, offering a unique lakeside environment that fosters focus, creativity, and meaningful scientific interaction.

Scientific Focus

Stereochemistry lies at the heart of our understanding of:

• Molecular interactions and reaction mechanisms

• Biological processes and molecular medicine

• Biophysical systems

• Advanced materials design

The conference highlights groundbreaking advances across all chemical disciplines—enriched by contributions from related fields—to encourage truly interdisciplinary perspectives. Lectures and discussions showcase frontier science, providing participants with an exceptional opportunity to explore the latest discoveries shaping the future of molecular research.