Science of Synthesis (SOS) – Thieme’s definitive online reference resource with reviews on reliable synthetic methods in organic chemistry – has announced the initiation of an Early Career Advisory Board (ECAB) to help promote young talented chemists. 30 Chemists from around the world who have completed their PhD in the past 10 years or who are within the first 5 years of their independent research career will be the voices of their generation and important contributors to SOS’s evolution for the next two years.
Science of Synthesis has been designed to address the chemistry information needs of the organic synthetic chemist and, more specifically, to help all those involved in designing organic synthetic routes by providing trusted and reliable information on the best synthetic methods available. To this end, Thieme seeks advice from chemistry researchers and educators from all over the world. The Science of Synthesis Editorial Board comprises eminent scientists with a wealth of experience in organic synthesis.
Nominations and applications were sought in the past year and no less than 80 candidates personally applied or were nominated by editors and authors of Science of Synthesis. The editorial team and Professor Alois Fürstner, Director and Scientific Member at the Max-Planck Institute für Kohlenforschung in Mülheim an der Ruhr (Germany), editorial board member and Editor-in-Chief of Science of Synthesis, were keen to assemble a board that represents both global and thematic breadth besides professional excellence in the field of organic chemistry at large.
At regular intervals throughout the year, the editorial team will seek advice from the ECAB and invite them to give feedback on product developments. As ambassadors for Science of Synthesis they are also welcome to promote the project at conferences, through social media and their network and encourage usage of the digital product.
