SYNLETT Call for Papers

Upcoming SYNLETT Clusters open for submissions are listed below!

General Guidelines

• If you intend to submit a manuscript, please inform the corresponding (guest) editor first, remembering to include the title of your manuscript and the article type (e.g. Account or Letter).
• Upon approval by the (guest) editor, you may submit your manuscript according to the author instructions.
• Please include the title of the Cluster and the corresponding editor during the submission process.

Upcoming Topics

Nano-Catalysis In Organic Synthesis

Mrinmoy De / Tanja Gulder (Send e-mail)
Deadline: March 31, 2026
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Over the past decade, the exceptional and versatile properties of nanomaterials have significantly expanded their applications in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in the design of diverse molecular scaffolds, including biologically active compounds. Notably, the nanoscale dimensions provide a higher density of catalytically active sites, leading to enhanced turnover numbers compared to bulk materials or conventional catalysts. Furthermore, many nanomaterials exhibit a heterogeneous nature, facilitating their easy separation and recovery from reaction mixtures. In most cases, they can be reused in subsequent reactions while maintaining their catalytic efficiency. The structural engineering of nanomaterials—through doping, ligand anchoring, and modulation of size, shape, and composition—has enabled the development of a broad range of catalysts tailored for selective transformations.

The design of application-driven nanocatalysts has also enabled access to otherwise unstable or elusive intermediates. For instance, the emergence of Single Atom Catalysis (SACs) has opened new avenues for mimicking metalloenzymes in artificial systems. Additionally, nanocatalysis aligns with the principles of sustainable chemistry, promoting atom-economical and environmentally benign reaction protocols, thereby increasing the overall impact and future potential of this field.

This Special Cluster welcomes manuscripts on, but not limited to, development of novel nanocatalysts and their applications in organic synthesis, advancements in hybrid metal nanocatalysts for organic transformations, progress in heterogeneous catalysis and its practical applications, and fabrication and functionalization of nanocatalysts for enhanced selectivity and efficiency.

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Advances in Catalysis and Innovative Organic Transformations

Ulrick Kortz / Sib Sankar Mal / Lakshmi Vellanki / Debabrata Maiti  (Send e-mail)
Deadline: February 28, 2026

The field of catalysis continues to gain significant momentum within the research community due to its wide-ranging applications across multiple sectors including food technology, sustainability, energy generation, and environmental remediation. Recent advancements in both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis have opened new pathways in synthetic organic chemistry, with critical implications for functional materials development, medicinal chemistry, waste management, and more. 

This Special Cluster focuses on cutting-edge research at the intersection of catalysis and organic transformations. We welcome original contributions that explore: Innovative catalytic approaches (homogeneous, heterogeneous, and hybrid systems), Catalyst design and mechanistic studies, Catalytic strategies for sustainable energy production (e.g., hydrogen generation, CO₂ conversion, fuel production), Development of novel organic transformations with relevance to pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science, Catalytic methodologies leveraging noble metals, transition metals, carbon-based systems, and MOFs.

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16th EuCheMS Organic Division Young Investigator Workshop (YIW 2025)

Illia Sharanov (Send e-mail)
Deadline: March 31, 2026

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This annual Special Cluster in Synlett is dedicated to the EuCheMS Organic Division Young Investigator Workshop, with the 2025 edition corresponding to the 16th meeting. It brings together contributions from early-career investigators invited to participate in the workshop, showcasing their latest research in organic chemistry. By highlighting innovative approaches and emerging topics from these researchers, the Cluster reflects current trends and the evolving landscape of the field.

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Special Issue dedicated to Prof. Masakatsu Shibasaki and his 80th birthday

Takashi Ohshima / Yasuhiro Uozumi (Send e-mail)
Deadline: May 31, 2026

This This Special Cluster of SYNLETT is dedicated to Professor Masakatsu Shibasaki on the occasion of his 80th birthday and honors his outstanding achievements and lifelong dedication to organic chemistry. Professor Shibasaki pioneered the concept of cooperative asymmetric catalysis and developed numerous highly atom-economical reactions, many of which have been successfully applied to the catalytic asymmetric synthesis of bioactive compounds. His leadership in academic and scientific organizations has further established him as a leading figure in the Japanese and international chemistry communities.

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Late-Stage Functionalization of Small Molecules and Biomolecules

Monika Raj / Manuel van Gemmeren (Send e-mail)
Deadline: May 31, 2026

This Special Cluster focuses on strategies for modifying complex molecules at advanced stages of synthesis. Late-stage functionalization has become an important tool for expanding chemical diversity and improving properties without having to develop entirely new multi-step synthetic routes. The articles in this collection present recent developments in selective transformations for small molecules and biomolecules, showing how these methods support innovation in areas such as drug discovery and chemical biology.

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Industry-Focused Special Cluster

Michael Parmentier / Jennifer Stockdill / Gabriel Schäfer / Monika Raj (Send e-mail)
Deadline: May 31, 2026

This Special Cluster highlights how chemistry is applied in an industrial environment. It features contributions from scientists working in areas such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals, with a focus on practical solutions to real-world challenges. The articles highlight approaches to process development, scalability, and sustainability, showing how research and industry work together to make science more efficient and impactful.