About us
This Group is one of the RSC's many Interest Groups. The interest groups are member driven groups that exist to benefit RSC members, and the wider chemical science community, in line with the RSC's strategy and charter.
The group was formed in 2003, having previously been a special interest group (The Nucleic Acids and Molecular Biology Group) of both the RSC and the Biochemical Society.
Our aims
The purpose of the group is to promote the subject of nucleic acids (including aspects of their chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and biophysics).
Our events and activities
We hold a Symposium on Nucleic Acids Chemistry and Biology in Cambridge, UK and support early career researchers by running the Nucleic Acids Forum each year in July.
We also hold meetings covering topics including:
- nucleic acid structure
- ligand-nucleic acid or protein-nucleic acid interactions
- molecular biology
- nucleic acids as enzymes
- tools or therapeutic targets
Our travel bursary scheme
This scheme is for any student who:
- is enrolled in a post-graduate research programme (Ph.D. or Master’s)
- is a member of the RSC
- is a member of the RSC Nucleic Acids Group
- will present (in either oral or poster form) at the meeting the bursary if for
The maximum value of each Bursary is £150.
Closing date for applications:
- 31 March for travel 1 April to 30 June
- 30 June for travel 1 July to 30 September
- 30 September for travel 1 October to 31 December
- 31 December for travel 1 January to 31 March
Apply using our travel bursary guidance and application form.
See our forthcoming events
How to Join
RSC members can join the Nucleic Acids Group by updating their details in the “My communities and subscriptions” tab of the online RSC membership area. Please click here to login and add to your list of Interest Groups.
Get involved
Our awards
Information about current awards offered by the Nucleic Acids Group.
Contact the Secretary
For further information on the Nucleic Acids Group you can contact the Secretary, Dr Zoë Waller CChem FRSC.
Support for interest groups
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Nucleic Acid News Autumn 2023Committee
Chair
Professor D Lilley FRSC FRSE FRS
Treasurer
Dr John Brazier MRSC
University of Reading