Congratulations to graduate students Emma McInturff (Krische Group) and Chris Bates (Willson Group) who have been selected as finalists for the 2013 Reaxys PhD Prizes. Out of over 580 submissions from 400 worldwide institutions, Emma and Chris were two of only 45 finalists. As finalists, they are invited to attend the Reaxys Inspiring Chemistry conference in September, held in Grindelwald, Switzerland. The conference will provide a focal point for the 2013 Reaxys PhD Prize Symposium and Poster Session.