Larkin University is proud to host the 2026 Chemical Sciences Symposium, a premier gathering of scientists, clinicians, educators, and students dedicated to advancing discovery at the intersection of chemistry and human health. Held on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at our Miami campus, this full-day event brings together leading voices in research and innovation under the timely theme:
Biomarkers and Its Utility for Detection and Cure For Disease
This year鈥檚 symposium highlights the transformative role of biomarkers in modern medicine鈥攆rom early disease detection and precision diagnostics to targeted therapeutics and personalized care. Through a dynamic program of invited lectures, student presentations, and poster sessions, participants will explore cutting-edge developments in areas such as cancer biology, genomics, redox biology, and stem cell research.
The symposium features distinguished speakers from academia, healthcare, and industry, addressing topics including prenatal screening technologies, universal cancer biomarkers, molecular probes in disease pathways, and innovative therapeutic strategies. The program also emphasizes emerging talent through student flash talks and interactive poster sessions,聽fostering mentorship, collaboration, and the exchange of new ideas.
Hosted in Larkin University鈥檚 state-of-the-art facilities, the event reflects our institutional commitment to advancing biomedical research, supporting interdisciplinary education, and preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders. The symposium also serves as a platform to strengthen regional and global scientific partnerships while showcasing the impactful work of our faculty, students, and collaborators.
We invite researchers, clinicians, students, and industry professionals to join us for a day of scientific dialogue, innovation, and community engagement in the heart of South Florida.
