Special issue devoted to the 15th Latin American Conference on Physical Organic Chemistry (CLAFQO‐15).

The Latin American Conference on Physical Organic Chemistry (CLAFQO) is a significant event in the field, bringing together researchers from various countries to discuss cutting-edge topics. CLAFQO-15, held in Santa Catarina, Brazil, in November 2022, featured presentations on a wide range of subjects, including catalysis, electrochemistry, and nanotechnology. The conference included plenary lectures, invited lectures, and poster sessions, providing a platform for scientific exchange and collaboration. A special session honored the late Professor Faruk Nome, who made significant contributions to the field. The conference also recognized outstanding poster presentations and awarded researchers for their contributions. This special issue of the Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry includes seven peer-reviewed papers based on works presented at CLAFQO-15, showcasing the high quality of research presented at the conference. The next edition, CLAFQO-16, will be held in Florianópolis in November 2024. [Extracted from the article]