"Molecular Science" is a scientific field that seeks to realize and utilize the properties and functions of a wide variety of molecules and their assemblies. Japan Society for Molecular Science (JSMS) is an association of researchers who pursue this field and currently has approximately 1,500 individual members and 24 supporting members. As a core event of the Society, the Annual Meeting of JSMS is a forum for members and researchers with a wide interest in "Molecular Science" to present the latest researches with fruitful discussions. This Meeting holds more than 1,000 participants and 600–800 presentations every year. A variety of events are planned: invited lectures, Young Scientist Awards lectures, selection of Best Presentation Awards and Best Poster Awards, poster presentations by high school students, corporate exhibitions, and a banquet. Throughout this Meeting, the field of "Molecular Science" has been deepening and expanding. We truly expect you to participate in the 19th Annual Meeting and enjoy discovering cutting-edge "Molecular Science."
Hiromi Nakai
The 10th President of JSMS