International Symposium on Photopharmacology 2026

The 5th International Symposium on Photopharmacology (ISPP 2026) will take place from April 8 to April 10, 2026 in Sète, France, near Montpellier. Photopharmacology is a multidisciplinary field at the interface of chemistry, biology, and pharmacology, which focuses on using light-sensitive compounds whose structures and functions can be precisely controlled in space and time. By harnessing light as an external control, researchers aim to advance both fundamental research tools and therapeutic applications. Despite rapid progress, significant challenges remain on the path to clinical use. The symposium’s aim is to bring together leading experts from across disciplines to present their latest work, exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and discuss strategies for overcoming current barriers to translation.

Session 1 “Photoswitches and beyond”
Session 2 “Optical engineering and novel applications”:
Session 3 “Emerging targets and therapeutic applications”
Session 4 “Brain diseases and photopharmacology”