The MCS-ICS builds an interdisciplinary bridge between chemistry, biology, medicine and pharmacy by organizing and fostering the interaction between medicinal chemists in academia, industry and drug developing institutions, in an independent association devoted to education, research and development of medicinal chemistry and chemical biology through meetings, events, seminars and awards.

The MCS-ICS is a National Adhering Organization of the European Federation of Medicinal Chemistry and Chemical Biology (EFMC), participates in various activities within this organization, and sustains strong links with other member scientific societies.