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The Mitochondria in Health and Disease GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships.

Mitochondria Biology

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

The Fibronectin, Integrins and Related Molecules GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field.

The Biology of Integrins and the Extracellular Matrix

Exposures to environmental and endogenous DNA damaging agents produce thousands to over a million DNA lesions and chemical modifications to the genome per cell every day. Perturbations in the cellular pathways that respond to DNA damage are linked to myriad human diseases across nearly every cell and organ type. Conversely, dysfunction in DNA damage responses presents new vulnerabilities that are being leveraged to selectively target tumors in a more efficacious and less toxic manner. This GRC will bring together researchers at all levels including principal investigators, lead scientists, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students from academia, government and industry, to share and discuss the latest cutting-edge research on mechanisms of genome maintenance and roles in human health.

Genome Maintenance: From Molecules and Mechanisms to Humans and Therapies

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The India-EMBO Lecture course on “Modeling development and disease with human tissue organoids" will bring together researchers working on diverse systems using interdisciplinary approaches to develop organoids to address key questions of human development and disease. Speakers will introduce this frontier area of research, and associated technological and scientific advances, to student and postdoc trainees via lectures and training sessions. This will be the first meeting in this research area to be organized in India and will be of tremendous value in terms of capacity-building and training. Major themes will include neural (neocortex, hippocampus, hypothalamus, retina) and non-neural (kidney, pancreas, skeletal muscle) organoids with a focus on technological advances in bioengineering, imaging, and transcriptomic and epigenomic analyses, which have led to unparalleled new insights into organ function. A key topic of discussion will be the use of organoids to model disease conditions, such as cancer and neurological diseases, which has the potential to transform personalized medicine.

Postponed from 29.11.2021 – 02.12.2021

Molecular Biology,    Biotechnology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Fusion Conferences

This conference is a continuation of the Fibroblast Growth Factors in Development and Repair series with an expanded scope that includes other growth factors and cytokines that are involved in tissue repair and regeneration/regenerative medicine.

Fusion Conferences

Understanding processes involving DNA and RNA at the molecular and chemical level is the central theme of this conference, with a marked structural and mechanistic perspective. Every two years we have a hot topic theme and have previously covered ribosome, spliceosome, exosome, ncRNA regulation, DNA replication initiation, DNA topology and repair at past meetings.

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

Fusion Conferences

This will be the 4th Conference on Bacterial Cell Biology. In the last two decades there has been an explosion of interest in fundamental aspects of bacterial structure and function, based on advances in fluorescence and cryo-EM imaging. Quantitative and automated methods have brought about radical changes in the breadth and depth of questions that could be explored, while genome sequencing and genetic methods such as CRISPR-Cas9 and Tn-Seq have greatly expanded the range of organisms that can be studied incisively, enabling comparative studies of processes such as growth, morphogenesis and division, across diverse bacterial phyla. Many of these bacterial cell biology systems are being successfully reconstituted using purified components, leading to the discovery of molecular mechanisms underpinning cellular functions. The conference will bring together presentations illustrating the application of advanced cell and molecular biology methods to a wide range of basic functions in bacterial cells. Advances in understanding of the fundamentals of bacterial structure and function also create opportunities for the development of novel approaches to kill or modulate the growth and behaviour of bacterial cells.

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Correlative Light and Electron Microscopy (CLEM) allows precise localisation of an event of interest within cells and tissues. During this course, we will focus on a specific method that has been developed at EMBL that enables the location of fluorescent proteins with high accuracy at the ultrastructural level. The course will cover both the theory and practicals of high precision CLEM, as well as opportunities to discuss their research with CLEM experts and receive practical and troubleshooting advice.

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

The Physiology, Biology and Pathology of Phosphate GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

The Cellular Effects and Regulation of Phosphate Homeostasis

This forum will focus on leveraging data in data-limited mesophotic environments. Mesophotic coral reef ecosystems comprise a significant portion of total coral reef area but are relatively understudied. As these reefs are typically found between depths of 30 – 150m they are structured by factors such as light and bathymetry. Despite growing interest, sampling and exploration of these reefs remains difficult. Accessing the necessary depths for study poses a significant barrier to research. As this environment is still data-limited, the training of new researchers in both technical diving and rigorous methodologies is critical. This also highlights the need for strong collaborative work.

Leveraging Ecological and Molecular Approaches Within Data-Limited Mesophotic Ecosystems

The Company of Biologists Ltd

Collective cell migration has paramount importance for embryogenesis, tissue repair and cancer progression. This phenomenon spans from the microscopic, molecular scale of cell signalling and cell-cell interactions, to the macroscopic, tissue-level scale of multicellular dynamics, and is amenable to both experimental and theoretical investigations. Collective cell migration is distinctly different from single cell migration in terms of its biological complexity and theoretical treatment. Our interdisciplinary program focuses on four key topics of collective cell migration, ranging from the molecular to the organismal level.

Cellular mechanisms of collective movement and metastasis, Mechanobiology of morphogenesis, Biophysical and mathematical modelling of collective movement and morphogenesis, In vivo imaging of migration and metastasis

Mesophotic Coral Reefs are unique and understudied ecosystems that occur from ~30-150m under gradients of light, nutrients, and biotic pressures. These reefs are typically further offshore from anthropogenic stressors and below the depth limits of most natural stressor events, and the habitat available for the development of MCRs has been variably estimated at three to ten times the known areal extent of shallow coral reefs (<30 m). As such, MCRs have been increasingly studied in the context of a refugia for a variety of shallow reef species, many with broad depth distributions, which have been impacted by these stressors. However, there is also evidence that some MCR species have distinct populations with unique molecular and physiological adaptations along a shallow to deep depth gradient. While MCRs have been the subject of opportunistic exploration and sampling to date, over the last 5 years there has been a maturation of science within these ecosystems to address fundamental questions on the ecology, physiology, and evolutionary biology of species living within this steep gradient of abiotic factors. The theme of the 2nd MCRE GRC will be the changing scientific questions and techniques, that are rapidly transforming our understanding of MCR processes and their broader role in coral reef biomes.

Connectivity and Resilience Relative to Shallow Reefs

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

The cardiovascular system is a multicellular and disseminated organ consisting of the heart, a network of vessels and circulating blood, thereby forming an intricately interdependent system, whose dysfunction is the leading cause of human mortality. Despite translational progress with impactful new interventional and pharmacological therapies, cardiovascular dysfunction continues to plague mankind. The current therapeutic approaches are either organ-centric or tackle the consequences of end-stage cardiovascular disease (CVD). New basic research approaches are focused on a deeper understanding of the causes and early development of CVD to identify mechanisms close to the root of the disease, providing the promise to prevent, halt, and reverse the disease process. In parallel, new tissue engineering and mechanobiology approaches are revolutionizing cardiovascular discovery research and disease modeling by more closely mimicking the human situation. However, these are largely separated research communities, with yet little crosstalk or exchange between the two. This conference aims at transforming the established organ-centric view on single cardiovascular organs to a systems biomedicine approach by tearing down the walls between disciplines and instead discussing the cardiovascular system in an inter-, trans-, and cross-disciplinary approach. 

Molecular Biology,    Cardiology

The focus of this meeting is to discuss the recent research in the field of evolution, development, disease, and regeneration of the neural crest and placodes. Presentations and poster sessions will be by led and showcased by early career researchers, setting a unique forum to present and exchange cutting edge research and new data, amongst PhD students and post-docs. The topics will feature, but are not limited to, gene regulation, tissue morphogenesis, signaling pathways mediating molecular, cellular and patterning events, stem cell biology, tissue repair and disease. The meeting will end with a mentorship session that aims to help the career development of junior scientists.

Roles for Neural Crest Cells and Cranial Placodes in Vertebrate Development, Evolution and Diseaseon

The long-term objective of this meeting is to provide a forum for junior investigators to engage in focused discussion on the latest discoveries in the field of cardiac arrhythmia mechanisms. The meeting especially fosters the development of trainees as they will present their research findings, as well as in a panel discussion with mentors on matters of career pathways and professional development.

Advancing Arrhythmia Therapy by Bridging the Scales From Molecule to Organ

Plant-herbivore interactions have evolved in response to co-evolutionary dynamics and selection driven by abiotic conditions. The seminar will discuss the latest technological and theoretical advances aiming to unravel the evolutionary forces that determine plant-herbivore interactions, their context-dependency and potential applications to protect natural ecosystems and generate more sustainable agricultural practices. In the context of our unprecedent climate crisis, global warming is expected to affect plant interactions with beneficial and antagonistic herbivores. The GRS 2023 specifically welcomes contributions on the complexity of plant-herbivore interactions at both individual and community levels in our rapidly changing environment. Finally, in addition to the sessions dedicated to oral and poster presentations, the 2023 GRS will offer a mentoring session where young researchers will have the opportunity to discuss career planning, oriented towards academia or the private sector, with experienced researchers.

Plant-Herbivore Interactions in Action: Fundamentals to Applications

Zoology,    Botany

The Neural Crest and Cranial Placodes GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

Roles for Neural Crest Cells and Cranial Placodes in Vertebrate Development, Evolution and Diseaseon

The Cardiac Arrhythmia Mechanisms GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

Advancing Arrhythmia Therapy by Bridging the Scales from Molecule to Organ

Plant-herbivore interactions are the conduit for energy flow from the sun to the diversity of life on the planet. Understanding the genetic and chemical mechanisms underlying these interactions inform fundamental biological principles and hold the key for solving applied problems. Recent advances show that plant-herbivore interactions are at the center of networks of diverse communities, with the macroevolution of chemical defense a driver of plant and herbivore diversity. Variability in defenses affects antagonistic and mutualistic interactions, many of which are relevant for conservation. At the same time, sensory biology of herbivores operates at different spatial scales, with consequences for the effects of plant resistance in communities and in pest management applications. With each decade we are getting closer to understanding the genetic basis of adaptation, and current work in plant-herbivore interactions is revealing surprising rules that govern evolution in ecological communities. The meeting will incorporate the interactions between plants and their vertebrate and invertebrate herbivores, including pollinators and seed dispersers, and associated microbes across wild and human dominated systems. Sessions will highlight diverse speakers with diverse approaches to stimulate discussion about paths to push the discipline forward. The 15th Gordon Research Conference on Plant-Herbivore Interactions (GRC PHI) will cover a wide range of topics, including sensory biology by plants and herbivores across scales, evolution of plant defenses, multispecies interactions, applications to pest management and climate change, and how new tools are changing our discipline.

Plant Herbivore Interactions in Action: Fundamentals to Applications

Zoology,    Botany

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The focus of this meeting is to bring together our understanding of the processes involved in megakaryocyte development and platelet function, and how these cells can contribute to health and disease beyond haemostasis and thrombosis. Submission of abstracts covering work from a range of topics including but not limited to megakaryocyte lineage development, platelet signalling, the role of platelets in disease and immunity, new therapeutic approaches and new techniques to investigate platelet and megakaryocyte function are all welcome.

Beyond Thrombosis and Haemostasis

The Glial Biology: Functional Interactions Among Glia and Neurons GRS provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, discuss new methods, cutting edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as to build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussion to allow all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.

Glial Function: Connecting Cell Biology, Physiology and Plasticity

An International conference on Fungal genetics, biology, host pathogen interaction & evolutionary ecology.

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The Gordon Research Conference (GRC) on the Cell Biology of Megakaryocytes and Platelets is the premier scientific meeting focused on the biology of megakaryocytes and the platelets that arise from them. The program of this 9th biennial meeting is designed to highlight the latest developments in fundamental science, technological innovation, and the clinical progress in this field. Tied in with the GRC is a two-day Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) designed to foster interactions between graduate students, post-docs, and established researchers as mentors.

Biological Approaches to Build, Decipher and Interpret the Complexity of Megakaryocytes and Platelets

The Glial Biology: Functional Interactions Among Glia and Neurons GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

Glial Networking: Cell Biology, Physiology and Plasticity

Host-microbe interactions can be positive or negative for both a host organism and its symbiotic microbes. Interacting with microbes can allow eukaryotes to acquire crucial functions, like nutrient production, but interactions can also be pathogenic in nature. This cross-disciplinary meeting will bring together scientists using cellular, molecular, ecological, physiological, and theory-based approaches to explore the evolution of intimate species-species interactions. Our aim is to understand the cellular systems and pathways that drive transitions in symbiotic states, for example, as partnerships move from pathogenesis to beneficial and back again.

The Glycobiology GRS is a small group setting that fosters open discussion of innovative glycobiology research through formal presentation and social interaction. The seminar will include three scientific session and two poster sessions. The seminar will highlight recent progress in understanding the functional role of glycans and glycoconjugates in a range of areas including (although not limited to): cell signaling, host-pathogen interactions, immune regulation, development, genetic disease, neurobiology and cancer. Emerging methodologies for glycan synthesis, structural glycan analysis and glyco-informatics will also be discussed. The seminar will conclude with a career panel session during which mentors at various stages of their careers will share experiences and answer questions from trainees focused on professional development and other topics.

Mapping the Functional Glycome in Health and Disease

The IGF and Insulin System in Physiology and Disease GRS provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, discuss new methods, cutting edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as to build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussion to allow all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.

The IGF and Insulin System: From Basic Science to Clinical Translation and New Technologies

Human Physiology and Metabolism,    Endocrinology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Developmental neuronal remodelling is essential for establishing functional nervous systems across species. Remodelling involves specific elimination of existing connections, typically followed by strengthening of surviving synapses or even axon regrowth to develop new, adult-specific connections. While altered remodeling has long been suspected of contributing to neuropsychiatric conditions, such as autism, schizophrenia, and ADHD, studies only recently established firm molecular similarities between such disorders and developmental remodeling. Moreover, the mechanisms involved in developmental remodelling appear to be reiterated in neurodegeneration and during regeneration. Despite these significant advances in the field, many important questions remain open and will be discussed at this meeting.

Molecular Biology,    Neurology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

A rapidly increasing number of researchers aim to purify and identify extracellular vesicles and many methodologies to isolate and analyse these vesicles are available and have been implemented. This course will cover the basics, possibilities and limitations of different purification and characterisation techniques and will address strategies to understand their role in biomedical applications.

Postponed from 13 – 18 March 2022

The Glycobiology GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

Biological Roles of Glycans as Major Building Blocks of Life

The IGF and Insulin System in Physiology and Disease GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

The IGF and Insulin System: From Basic Science to Clinical Translation and New Technologies

Human Physiology and Metabolism,    Endocrinology

French Membrane Group (GEM)

GEM brings together researchers, biologists, biochemists, biophysicists, physicists and chemists interested in biological phenomena associated with membranes at all levels, from the organ to the molecule. The meeting will focus on the structure, dynamics and function of membranes and will be locally organised by researchers from different institutes situated in Grenoble where several well-known European and national research facilities are located.

Molecular Biology,    Neutron Scattering

The Gordon Research Seminar on Cartilage Biology and Pathology provides a unique platform for early career researchers to discuss their work with peers working in the global field. Organized and led by early-career scientists, this meeting provides an informal environment to generate meaningful discussion of cutting-edge research, and an opportunity to network with other trainees. The meeting will cover mechanisms underpinning cartilage development, maintenance, and disease, with a focus on the developmental origin of cartilage pathologies. Formation and preservation of healthy cartilage is crucial for many aspects of the human skeleton, including synovial joints, intervertebral discs, and growth plates. A deeper understanding of how the fine-tuning of cartilage growth in early life contributes to pathologic changes will serve to advance clinically unmet needs for both congenital- and age-related cartilage disease therapies. This two-day meeting will address these issues from multiple angles including biology, genetics, and tissue engineering with the hope of launching a progressive dialogue that advances the field through the sharing of data and establishment of international collaborations.

The Developmental Origins of Cartilage Disease

The GRC on Cartilage Biology and Pathology covers a broad range of topics and new technologies as cartilage is not only the earliest skeletal tissue that supports skeletal development from embryos to adulthood, but also serves an essential skeletal component of a functional adult skeletal system. In this regard, diseases that result in cartilage malformation or degeneration significantly affect the lifespan and quality of life of a large part of the population. The GRC will highlight recent advances and challenges in understanding cartilage biology and diseases. Established scientists and talented new investigators will report and discuss their most recent exciting findings according to this theme and will provide insights into the remaining challenges towards understanding the various aspects of cartilage biology, disease, and translational approaches. We expect the 2023 GRC on Cartilage Biology and Pathology to empower researchers across disciplines to make significant progress towards understanding cartilage biology and improving human health.

Cartilage Biology, Structure and Function: From Development to Regeneration

The seminar is designed to encourage interaction among participants and discussion around novel research projects, relating to the processes, which underlie dendritic functionality from the basics of synaptic signal integration to the impact, which dendritic activity has on the behavior of organisms both in health and disease. This includes a wide range of experimental and computational methods, ranging from electrophysiological recordings and imaging techniques to single cell as well as circuit modeling. To foster a vibrant, thought-provoking atmosphere, attendees are expected to participate either by presenting a poster, giving a short oral presentation or leading a discussion panel. It will also feature an international career development panel to highlight professional opportunities for young investigators.

Dendritic Processes in Single Cells and in the Living Organis

This GRS attracts trainees studying different mechanisms of alcohol-induced tissue injury and treatment targets in various cells, organs, and systems. Participation in the trainee-led GRS will aid early-career scientists in putting their work into the “bigger picture” of alcohol-induced end-organ diseases and gain a deeper perspective on different approaches in alcohol research. The trainee-led format of the GRS will allow participants to share recent progress and unpublished data on their work. Importantly, the GRS fosters a close community between participants and will provide trainees with ample networking opportunities with fellow scientists.

Advancements in Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Alcohol-Related Tissue-Injury: Targets for Treatment and Disease Prevention

The 2023 GRS on Multi-Drug Efflux Systems will provide an excellent opportunity to globally bring innovative young scientists to share their ideas, foster relationships for future collaborations, and provide friendly feedback to each other for the advancement in the field of Multi-Drug Efflux Systems for improving global health. Scientists attending this seminar will benefit from engaging in interactive sessions, presenting or listening to oral and poster presentations, networking with leaders in the field, and discovering the next steps in their career development.

Insights into the Structure and Function of Multi-Drug Efflux System for Novel Applications in Global Public Health

The Company of Biologists Ltd

This Workshop unites experts in human cell fate engineering and experts in the manipulation and characterisation of single cells. The goal is to fully understand the molecular steps underlying the transformation of one cellular identity into another. The cross-disciplinary selection of speakers spans the fields of cell fate engineering and emerging technologies to analyse and manipulate cells at single-cell resolution.

Direct lineage reprogramming approaches, Assessment of reprogramming inefficiency and infidelity, Engineering cells with defined identity through new methods, De novo predictions of factors and conditions for target cell type generation

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Cytoskeletal dynamics is at the core of the most essential questions in cellular neurobiology, such as mechanisms of axon growth in development and in response to injury, or mechanisms of synapse formation and stabilization. It is also a key element of intracellular transport, which is critical for axonal development and neurotrophic signaling, but which is also disrupted in many, if not all neurodegenerative diseases. Consequently, the cytoskeleton in neurons is a promising and emerging target for the development of novel therapeutic approaches to treat neurodegenerative diseases and to promote axon regeneration after traumatic injury. Recent advances in imaging, genetics and cell-molecular biology have catalyzed exciting new progress. However, fundamental questions about how neuronal cytoskeletal assembly, functions and dysfunction is orchestrated remain unanswered. In this workshop we will explore the latest findings on this exciting topic and will address several features involved in cytoskeleton function in nerve cells such its role in trafficking and transport, neuronal polarity, axonal guidance and neuronal migration.

Molecular Biology,    Neurology

The Dendrites Gordon Research Conference reflects the growing understanding that dendrites might play a central role in neuronal computation. It has long been understood that up to thousands of synaptic inputs can arrive at different locations along a neuron’s dendrites and that the subsequent integrative process ultimately determines that neuron’s output. Recent advances in molecular, electrophysiological, and imaging techniques have led to a new picture of dendrites, and a deeper understanding of their computational role. In many instances, the dendrites themselves can be the engines of active processes that contribute to computation at the cellular and network levels.

Molecular, Cellular and Circuit Rules Underlying Dendritic Computation

The Alcohol-Induced End Organ Diseases GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field.

Multisystemic Pathophysiological Mechanisms

Multidrug efflux systems export a wide a variety of substrates from cells and consequently are capable of conferring resistance to a wide range of chemotherapeutic agents. Multidrug resistance caused by active drug efflux is one of the major clinical impediments in anti-cancer chemotherapy and treatment of infectious diseases. Multidrug exporters are ubiquitously expressed in prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms where they regulate absorption, distribution and excretion of xenobiotics, and protect sanctuary tissues by regulating the drug permeability of the blood-brain, -placenta and -testis barriers. In addition to regulating pharmacokinetics, transporters are also major players in dictating tissue-responses to drugs, from pharmacological efficacy to toxicity.

Targeting the Mechanisms and Regulation of Transporters for Advancing Health During a Pandemic

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Multimedia, Computer Graphics and Visualization, Games

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The unique glycolytic behaviour is present in nearly all cancer cell types. Cancer cells quickly adapt and reprogram glucose metabolism to meet their bioenergetic and biosynthetic requirements for growth and survival. A key to developing novel and effective cancer therapies is to tackle the complex metabolic ecosystem that cancer and stroma cells establish within the tumour microenvironment. This metabolic ecosystem ensures the high demand of energy and essential nutrients for tumour progression. Research on the distinct metabolic phenotype of cancer cells compared to normal cells is growing steadily to target metabolic vulnerabilities for new therapeutics in cancer. This India I EMBO Lecture Course will bring together eminent researchers and experts across the disciplines of cancer and molecular biology, structural biology, bioinformatics, medicinal chemistry and drug discovery, to share the recent advances, challenges, and opportunities in the field of tumour metabolism and drug discovery.

Molecular Biology,    Oncology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Immune cells respond in a coordinated way to protect us from harmful pathogens like viruses and bacteria. The responses are mediated largely through direct cell-cell contacts, which allow cells to exchange biochemical signals and mechanical inputs. The contribution of mechanical forces to molecular and cellular function has fascinated biologists and physicists alike for more than a decade, and in recent years it has become evident that mechanical forces are fundamental to immune cell function. This workshop aims to address the important challenge of bridging the gap between molecular and cellular scales processes driving immune cell mechanotransduction. Motivated by exciting developments in the field, this EMBO Workshop, “ImmunoBiophysics #2: From fundamental physics to understanding the immune response” will focus on the immune response from a distinctly physical and mechanical perspective, bringing together experimentalists and theoreticians coming from both the physical and life science communities. Building on the highly successful virtual “ImmunoBiophysics” workshop held in 2021, this hybrid EMBO Workshop will promote collaborations on this emerging topic and foster a new transdisciplinary perspective

Molecular Biology,    Biophysics, Medical Physics

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The aim is to explore with attendees their own approach to leadership – and the approaches of the other participants - and use this insight to define for each individual how they want to lead and manage their research groups or other teams. The course also provides insight into how teams work best together and how to identify and resolve barriers to the efficient operation of teams. Throughout the course, the trainers provide tools, techniques and insight tailored specifically to the laboratory/research setting for the management of teams, good communication, healthy resolution of conflict and the management of workloads and responsibilities.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The Hedgehog morphogen pathway is a key signalling pathway in development and stem cell regulation. Hedgehog deregulation leads to developmental and neurological diseases and is a crucial driver of several cancers. The goal of this conference is to bring together experts working on the mechanism of action of Hedgehog signalling in Developmental Biology, Disease, and Signal Transduction. The meeting will focus on the recent structural, biochemical, and cell-biological studies that shed new light on the mechanisms by which the Hedgehog signal is received on target cells and the unexpected role of cholesterol as a second messenger. Moreover, the recent advances in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying the Hedgehog morphogen biosynthesis, its release from cells into extracellular space, and the mechanisms involved in ligand reception will be discussed. We will also cover the most recent insights into Hedgehog-dependent control of cell proliferation and differentiation in processes that range from insect morphogenesis to vertebrate limb formation, neural tube development, and bone differentiation. 

Students' Representation in Vilnius University Life Sciences Center

The COINS – International Conference of Life Sciences is organised entirely by students of Vilnius University. The event gathers various people working in the life sciences field – including students and scholars. We invite you to immerse yourself into a collaborative scientific experience, discuss, learn and share your thoughts with experts, expand your network and enjoy an exciting program.

This year, more than ever before, the conference will be dominated by presentations by the world's leading scientists on the practical application of research. During the conference, we will dive into biomedicine, bioengineering, neurobiology and ecology topics. Join us!

Executive Project Manager;     Email: executive@thecoins.eu

Biomedicine, Neurobiology, Ecology, Bioengineering, Cancer treatment, Molecular biology

Biotechnology,    Molecular Biology

Oxford Global

This 2-day event explores spatial research: from the application of spatial technologies in biology through to topical updates from spatial genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics and spatial bioinformatics.

Oxford Global;     Phone: [+441865248455];     Email: info@oxfordglobal.co.uk

Spatial Biology, Data Analysis, Single Cell, Tissue Analysis, Cardiovascular Development, Oncology, Neurobiology, Translational Drug Research, Tumor micro-environment

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The successful management of research projects is key to success in science. Understanding what project management is, when it is helpful and how to apply it in research is an important skill for scientists. This course, developed by CJ Fitzsimons—author of "International Project Management - intercultural cooperation in practice" (German language)—introduces key concepts in project management, both for planning and managing work, and for working effectively with people (including with yourself). The course is in English.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

Green bank Observatory

This 3-day workshop at the Green Bank Observatory will focus on topics related to the role of oxygen in the universe, planets and life, and how the rise of oxygen on Earth may (or may not) likely have analogs on other planets. Attendance is limited to 50 participants, by application only, and all registration and travel expenses will be covered. The conference scope should be construed broadly; researchers working on any related problems are strongly encouraged to apply. Recognizing the challenges the pandemic has presented for networking over the past several years, this workshop will have a strong focus on early career researchers, and will have broad international participation. Presenters are encouraged to gear their talks to an interdisciplinary audience, eschewing the trees of internecine disciplinary debates for the forest of broader understanding.

Phone: [5105947750];     Email: astrowright@gmail.com

Astrobiology, planetary science

Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology,    Geophysics and Geology

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

This practical course will cover advanced light microscopy techniques and participants will learn how to derive qualitative and quantitative insights on molecular mechanisms in cells and developing organisms. Invited guest researchers together with microscopy experts from the EMBL will foster an intense information flow with a balance of lectures and practical workshops. The focus of the course will be on the use of fluorescence microscopy to obtain information about localisation and functions of proteins and other bio-molecules at different spatial scales.

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The exploration of the cell biological aspects of nervous system development, function, and health continues delivering groundbreaking pieces of information that push forward our understanding of brain function and disease. The dynamics and localization of cellular processes and their plasticity in the face of altered conditions are emerging as key for supporting core properties of the nervous system. In this meeting, we are excited to provide a vital forum for the exchange of cutting-edge research in the broad field of neuronal cell biology, with great attention to novel techniques and emerging views. The 2023 EMBO Cell Biology of the Neuron workshop will focus on the multiple mechanisms that endow neurons with their resilience- keeping them functional for up to many years.

Molecular Biology,    Neurology

European Astrobiology Institute

The Biennial European Astrobiology Conference (BEACON) brings scientists and experts in the Astrobiology field from Europe and beyond. BEACON will take place at the La Palma &Teneguia Princess Hotel on La Palma Island (Canary Islands, Spain) from 8 – 12 May 2023. La Palma offers a multitude of relevant research infrastructures (telescopes) and locations (active volcanoes, recent lava fields, Mars-analogue landscapes, etc.) We will visiting many of these sites during our conference excursion. A field trip to other astrobiologically interesting field sites will be organised after the conference as well as an optional after conference walk along the “Volcano route” (Ruta de los Volcanes) spanning several active volcanoes above 1600m altitude. Outreach events for the general public will also be held.

Phone: [+46723691155];     Email: wgeppert@fysik.su.se

astrobiology, astrochemistry, geobiology, planetary sciences,

Astronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology,    Geophysics and Geology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

The Company of Biologists Ltd

The Company of Biologists Ltd

This meeting will be the fourth instalment of our highly successful Cell Dynamics Meeting series, and will focus on ‘Imaging Cell Dynamics’. Emphasis will be placed on researchers addressing biological questions using the latest technologies rather than engineers and optical experts developing new microscopes to ensure the meeting still has a cellular focus.

This meeting represents a unique opportunity to bring together many different experts working at the interface between cell biology and imaging who use advanced light and electron microscopy approaches, as well as leading developers of imaging analysis approaches. With talks from an outstanding list of speakers and selected delegates, we hope to delve further into this important area of research and inspire PIs, postdocs and students.

LEAPS is the League of European Accelerator-based Photon Sources, a strategic consortium initiated by the Directors of the Synchrotron Radiation and Free Electron Laser (FEL) user facilities in Europe. Its primary goal is to actively and constructively ensure and promote the quality and impact of the fundamental, applied and industrial research carried out at their respective facility to the greater benefit of European science and society. In this context LEAPS will organize 14-19 May, 2023 the second LEAPS Conference aiming at bringing together the latest achievements from the Life Sciences user community with those from synchrotron radiation source development and instrumentation.

X-rays, Synchrotron Radiation and Crystallography ,    Applied Physics (general)

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This conference provides an international forum for cutting edge research in chromatin and epigenetics. It provides the “focal hub” for people to present their research and exchange ideas in a virtual format. Renowned speakers will cover the latest advances in the field.

Course and Conference Officer;     Email: lisa.trinh@embl.de

Chromatin and epigenetics

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The discovery of myriad noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) over the past decade has revealed a universe of new and exciting therapeutic opportunities. Many thousands of microRNAs, piRNAs, circular RNAs, long noncoding RNAs, and others are expressed across healthy and diseased human tissues and play key functional roles in pathogenic states and processes. Their regulatory roles, cell-type-specificity, and vast numbers confer on ncRNAs unique advantages as therapeutic targets. Rapid advances in clinical transcriptomics, oligonucleotide therapeutics, and RNA-directed small molecules, open the possibility for rapid, economical, and personalised ncRNA-directed therapies. Reaching this goal will require overcoming key challenges, including low evolutionary conservation in model species, poorly-characterised molecular mechanisms, finding hits amongst the vast ncRNA transcriptome, and effectively drugging targets in vivo.

Molecular Biology,    Pharmacogenomics, Personalized Medicine

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Postponed from 19 – 24 September 2021

Molecular Biology,    Human Physiology and Metabolism

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

Expansion microscopy (ExM) physically magnifies specimens, allowing to obtain super-resolution images using a conventional diffraction-limited microscope such as confocal microscopy. This powerful technique is easy to implement but it requires some hands-on training. This workshop aims at disseminating and discussing expansion microscopy protocols and is intended for cell biologists, parasitologists, etc, with applications ranging from tissue to cells.

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

BioMalPar XIX will showcase the multidisciplinary nature of malaria research with a programme that welcomes clinical malaria, epidemiological studies, immunology, and evolution and ecology alongside core BioMalPar topics. The programme focuses on early-mid career researchers to help mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic which have been particularly acute for these stages.

This meeting with focus on the presentation and discussion of the latest research and discoveries in the field of phagocyte biology. Topics range broadly from the cell biology of phagocytes, to the function of phagocytes in model organisms and systems.

Exploring Phagocyte Biology in Inflammation, Infection and Resolution

Medicine (in general), Internal medicine,    Immunology and Allergic Diseases

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This symposium will explore the central position of the genome and the maintenance of its integrity in the multifaceted phenomenon that we know as ageing.

The ageing genome, from mechanisms to disease

The Red Cells Gordon Research Conference is a biennial gathering of national and international researchers studying all aspects of erythroid biology.

Erythropoiesis: Development, Function and Disease

The 2023 Phagocytes Gordon Conference will bring together scientists from around the world to discuss the most recent advances in the field. Invited speakers will present their latest unpublished research related to the many aspects of phagocyte biology that impact multicellular organisms throughout their lifespan. Featured topics will include Molecular mechanisms of phagocytosis; plasmacytoid dendritic cell function; Mechanisms of neutrophil extracellular traps; the role of phagocytes in neuroimmunology, regulation of host-pathogen interactions, and new discoveries in microbiome-phagocyte interactions, as well the role of myeloid cell diversity in cancer and coronary artery disease.

Molecular and Cellular Diversity in Host Defense and Inflammation

Medicine (in general), Internal medicine,    Immunology and Allergic Diseases

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

The advent of deep learning has brought a revolution in the field of computer vision, including most tasks and research questions concerned with microscopy image analysis. Neural networks have been successfully used for image restoration, classification and segmentation, for the detection of objects and characterisation of their morphology, for high-throughput imaging and large-scale processing in 3D. Despite these advances, training and deployment of such neural networks remains difficult for practitioners of image analysis. The aim of our course is to close this gap and teach the participants – in the most hands-on way possible – to apply deep learning-based methods to their own data and image analysis problems.

Pattern Recognition and Image Processing, Machine Vision,    Neural Networks and Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

The meeting will explore bacterial pathogens and pathogenesis from multiple perspectives, from cellular mechanisms to interbacterial interactions and community behavior, as well as pathogenesis in the complex milieu of the microbiota. The meeting will also highlight the pathogenic potential of the microbiome and explore microbiota-based and engineered antibacterial/therapeutic approaches.

Infectious Disease Medicine,    Pharmacology and Drug Development

Oxford Global Conferences

Join 300+ leaders, experts and researchers at the Spatial Biology US: In-Person, connecting global academic & research organisations as well as pharma representatives for high-level discussions on the latest innovations in spatial research & technologies.

Phone: [+44 1865 248455];     Email: d.dalby@oxfordglobal.co.uk

Spatial biology, Biomarkers, Drug Development, Drug Research, Medicine, Spatial omics, Oncology, Neuroscience

Cellular and Molecular Modulation of Myogenesis

Society for In Vitro Biology

The Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) is heading to Norfolk, Virginia for the 2023 SIVB Annual Meeting for the first time ever and you can be part of it! Founded nearly 80 years ago as the Tissue Culture Association, the SIVB is fostering the exchange of knowledge of in vitro biology of cells, tissues, and organs from both the plant and animal kingdoms, including humans. The SIVB furthers biotechnology research to understand biology at the cellular and developmental level, and promotes, expands and supports the scientific knowledge base for the benefit of society as a whole. The scientific program will provide both state-of-the-art scientific research and core fundamentals presented by speakers you won’t want to miss. This year’s plenary topics include: Microbiomes, Product Development, Spatial Biology, Biotechnology for Sustainability, and Diversity in Science.

Phone: [910-755-5431];     Email: sivb@sivb.org

Biotechnology, gene editing, CRISPR, cell culture, tissue culture, organoid

Biotechnology,    Genetics and genetic disorders

Launched in 2007, this cross-disciplinary FASEB Science Research Conference (SRC) is focused on endoplasmic reticulum (ER) function and dynamics, and the contribution of ER dysfunction to disease.  The conference brings together cell biologists and disease-oriented researchers, including both trainees and independent investigators. It attracts basic researchers interested in protein folding, protein secretion, cellular stress responses, protein post-translational modification, proteasome dependent protein degradation, and regulation of lipid biosynthesis, as well as researchers focusing on a range of pathologies, including diabetes, neurodegeneration, cancer, and diseases of protein misfolding.

Intrinsic and Extrinsic Control of Myogenesis Under Physiological and Pathological Conditions

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

The cell surface – comprising the plasma membrane, the underlying cortical cytoskeleton and in many cell types a cell wall – is a central integrator of cell form and function. Its physico-chemical properties are rapidly modulated to accommodate or drive changes in shape or behaviour and to exchange matter and information with the environment. This symposium will bring together researchers from different communities interested in processes occurring at the cell surface across kingdoms. It will focus on new technologies that empower studies of cell wall, actin and membrane biology, such as advanced imaging in in vitro and in vivo systems, as well as approaches combining molecular biology with computational and biophysical approaches.

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: maria.bacadare@embl.de

MAX IV, the pioneer in multi-bend achromat synchrotron technology, would like to invite the synchrotron and free electron laser (FEL) Life Science community to Lund to discuss the latest and hottest developments in the field at the 14th BSR. By 2022, several other synchrotron facilities will also have upgraded their sources or have defined upgrade plans and we feel it would be opportune to discuss an highlight the latest development and the possibilities for biological experiments at the next generation of synchrotrons and FELS.

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The aim is to explore with attendees their own approach to leadership – and the approaches of the other participants - and use this insight to define for each individual how they want to lead and manage their research groups or other teams. The course also provides insight into how teams work best together and how to identify and resolve barriers to the efficient operation of teams. Throughout the course, the trainers provide tools, techniques and insight tailored specifically to the laboratory/research setting for the management of teams, good communication, healthy resolution of conflict and the management of workloads and responsibilities.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

This meeting will focus on emphasizing research that guides an understanding of how transport of ions, small molecules, lipids and peptides occurs in the complex environment of the cell membrane. In particular, the meeting will focus on linking structure, function and dynamics of membrane transporters and channels as well as the membrane itself to provide an overall picture of the biological processes these transport systems are involved in.

Integrating Structure, Function and Dynamics to Unravel the Mechanisms of Membrane Transport

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Advanced reproductive technologies, such as intracytoplasmic sperm injection, have revolutionized reproductive medicine by enabling effective fertilization without the need to understand the cause of infertility. However, declining male fertility persists in many countries, and growing evidence suggested that the reproductive health of fathers affects their children’s health, calling for continuing investigation of the underlying mechanisms. The main themes of this EMBO Workshop are the male reproductive system, testis development, and sperm formation in mammals, including humans and animal models. Reflecting the multifaceted nature of male reproduction and discoveries made by increasingly advanced experimental techniques, the three broad topics further branch into sub-topics including genetics, epigenetics, immunity, lifestyle influences, toxicity, immunology, and endocrinology. Clinically relevant topics—semen function, sperm physiology, reproductive technologies, and fertility preservation—are also incorporated. This EMBO Workshop aims to bridge the knowledge gap in male reproduction, facilitate networking among research groups with different expertise, and promote the translation of fundamental research in male reproduction into diagnoses and therapies.

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Meiosis is a defining feature of sexual reproduction. This specialized cell division program comprises a single round of DNA replication followed by two successive cell divisions, thereby reducing chromosome number by half. This reduction accommodates the later combination of two haploid gametes during fertilization to reconstitute a full diploid genome. The unique events of meiosis, including pairwise alignment of parental chromosomes, inter-homolog recombination, kinetochore attachment, cell cycle adaptations and error correction mechanisms, are intensely studied processes in numerous model organisms (fungi, protists, plants, and animals). The Meiosis field is driven by fascination in how evolution has implemented and perfected the meiotic program, and also by its significance to both plant breeding and human health. As a special topic for the 2021 EMBO Workshop, we have chosen homolog pairing. The recognition and physical pairing of homologous chromosomes is an essential feature of meiosis, and also occurs in other contexts. It is therefore timely to bring together the fields of meiotic and post-meiotic chromosome pairing to potentially uncover common principles and mechanisms.

Unraveling the Mechanisms of Membrane Transport: Structure, Dynamics and Allosteric Regulation

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The main goal of this course is to practically demonstrate a broad variety of SRLM methods. During the course, a majority of available SRLM systems will be demonstrated and available for hands-on experience. Leading experts of the field will present their research and methodology. Many opportunities for discussions and social networking will provide a unique and highly efficient environment to support sharing of skills and knowledge. This promotes establishing of contacts and communication channels within the in-field scientific SR community. The focus of the course is on the practical part with a lot of hands-on sessions supported by theoretical lectures and complemented by presentations of ongoing scientific projects presented by leaders of the field.

Metrology and Instrumentation,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

History and Philosophy of Science and Technology,    Public Lectures and Outreach

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Postponed from 21.09.2021–24.09.2021

Viruses are major human pathogens that cause a wide range of infectious diseases, representing a constantly recurring challenge to the health of individuals and the functioning of human society. Only a profound understanding of viral biology will provide the basis for developing and improving antiviral therapies. While RNA turnover has long been studied in the context of cellular gene regulation and quality control mechanisms, the interplay between RNA turnover and viral life cycles is only now emerging as a key component of virus-host interactions. For example, Herpes viruses, Poxvirus, Influenza virus and SARS-Coronavirus encode ribonucleases that cleave host mRNA and thereby support virus reproduction. Flaviviruses such as Dengue virus, West Nile virus and Hepatitis C virus encode a non-coding RNA that blocks Xrn1, a major cellular exoribonuclease, as a means to escape from an antiviral activity. The endonuclease RNase L is another component of the mammalian antiviral defense system, highlighting the importance of ribonucleases in the encounter of viruses with their host cells.

This EMBO Workshop will bring together molecular biologists working on basic mechanisms controlling RNA turnover with virologists exploring RNA turnover in the context of virus-host interactions, and propel the scientific exchange in this emerging area of research.

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

The Company of Biologists Ltd

This Workshop will bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines to examine the functioning of the vertebrate gastro-intestinal tract though the lens of integrative physiology. Until recently, the gut was the poor relation to other exchange sites with the environment (lungs, gills, and kidneys) in terms of scientific investigation. Indeed, it received scant attention from most comparative physiologists apart from the routine (but questionable) practice of starving their test animals prior to experimentation “so as to standardize their metabolic physiology”. However, many young researchers entering the field of gastro-intestinal physiology have radically altered the landscape, and many established researchers are now switching their focus to this area. Of particular significance has been the recent explosion of research on the importance of the microbiome for digestive health, not only in humans but in animals in general. The gastro-intestinal field is rapidly expanding, and now is a very appropriate time for the cross-disciplinary fertilization that this workshop will encourage.

Polyamines in Cancer, Medical Genetics, Aging, Pathogens and Plants

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Systems Biology and Computational Biology,    Oncology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

In this workshop, EMBO Press editors work with PhD students, Postdocs or junior group leaders on the principles and practicalities of peer review. Topics covered include the key elements of good peer review and the role of peer review in publishing reproducible science. We also discuss ethical considerations such as conflicts of interest and give guidelines to young scientists about how to become good reviewers. The course includes a balanced combination of theory presentation, group work, and interactive discussions to keep the participants engaged.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This symposium will cover a broad range of topics in microbiology, featuring diverse research on bacterial physiology, bacterial communities and microbiomes, bacterial–host and –phage interactions, and bacteria in their natural ecological contexts. Emphasis will be placed on novel approaches and technologies (from systems-based to single-cell) that drive each field or have the potential to revolutionise future research in microbiology.

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: lea.hohmann@embl.de

New approaches and concepts in microbiology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The successful management of research projects is key to success in science. Understanding what project management is, when it is helpful and how to apply it in research is an important skill for scientists. This course, developed by CJ Fitzsimons—author of "International Project Management - intercultural cooperation in practice" (German language)—introduces key concepts in project management, both for planning and managing work, and for working effectively with people (including with yourself). The course is in English.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Biophysics, Medical Physics

Macao Convention and Exhibition Association

Organized by Macao Convention and Exhibition Association, the 9th International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Sciences (ABS 2023) is scheduled to be held in Macao, China as well as online during July 4th-7th, 2023.

As an annual conference held successfully in Beijing, Shanghai, Qingdao, Hangzhou, Macao and Online (ABS 2020, ABS 2021, ABS 2022) in the past 8 years , the 9th International Conference on Agricultural and Biological Sciences (ABS 2023) will be a valuable and important platform for inspiring international and interdisciplinary exchange at the forefront of Agricultural and Biological Sciences. The series of plenary speech, oral and poster presentations, workshops, discussions and networking events will keep participants engaged in learning and making new connections at ABS 2023.

Macao is a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People's Republic of China, and it is located on the Southeast coast of China to the west of the Pearl River Delta. It has a prosperous economy featuring four pillar sectors: tourism & gambling, export processing (mainly textiles and garments), banking, and construction & real estate. It is a combination of regions and architecture including squares, churches and temples that demonstrate how Chinese and Western cultures have blended over the past 400 years.

On Behalf of the organizing committee, we cordially invite all of you to participate ABS 2023 and enjoy the splendid culture of Macao.

Conference Secretariat;     Phone: [+86 17362961533];     Email: abs@academicconf.com

* Agricultural Sciences Animal & plant Sciences Soil & Environmental Science Other fields in Agricultural Sciences * Biological Sciences

Agronomy, Food Production and Food Chemistry,    Botany

Fusion Conferences

The conference will provide the platform for researchers in the recombination and repair fields to present their new unpublished data that sheds novel insights into not only the mechanisms of DSB repair by recombination, but also the consequences of inaccurate repair leading to cancer. It is now clear that many inheritable cancers, including those linked to defects in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes, are caused by defects in homologous recombination. Understanding the precise mechanisms of recombinational repair is therefore critical for the development of new drugs that can target these diseases and improve human health.

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

As fluorescence lifetime-based readouts become more accessible, this course aims to provide a broad understanding of how the lifetime-based information can be leveraged to solve biological questions. This application-centred course will provide insights into how this additional dimension of fluorescence information can help unveil functional and mechanistic information.

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

The conference will explore the evolution of biological systems at different levels: from genes and molecules to organism development and ecology. As such, we have invited leaders in their respective fields across various scales of evolution: molecular, network, microbial, developmental, and community. Particular emphasis for this conference will be placed on understanding evolution through mechanistic biology. We will explore recent advances in experimental and theoretical approaches to study how genetic and non-genetic changes drive and constrain evolution. The meeting will offer a training ground and productive learning experience for attendees, and provide networking opportunities for scientists across disciplines relevant to evolutionary biology. It should be of particular interest to those working at the interface of evolution, quantitative genetics, development, and systems biology

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: inna.boesselmann@embl.de

Predicting evolution

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

In this interactive workshop, trainers work with participants to explore the principles and challenges of integrity and reproducibility in research. Research integrity is addressed at multiple stages of the research process, from experimental design to the analysis and sharing of results.  Participants will gain a better understanding of the ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of conducting and sharing scientific research and will realise that research integrity is important and valuable not only for the scientific record, but also for their own work and careers.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

Fusion Conferences

Mitochondria act at the interface of numerous processes critical for cellular function and organismal health. Long recognized as the powerhouses of the cell, mitochondria are emerging as hubs for cellular metabolism, redox balance, signalling, gene expression, detoxification, and ion homeostasis. Mitochondrial maintenance is critical for proper development and function of cells and tissues, and mitochondrial dysfunction underlies numerous disease processes ranging from severe childhood mitochondrial disorders, to heart disease, neurodegenerative disorders, cancer, and aging itself. This conference will bring together scientists and clinicians with expertise in a breadth of mitochondrial biology to explore topics at the interface of basic and translational biology. Mitochondrial basic mechanisms of organelle regulation, mitochondrial mechanisms of disease, cutting edge technologies, and interventional strategies will be emphasized in interactive scientific sessions.

Molecular Biology,    Human Physiology and Metabolism

The first GRC on the topic of biomaterials was held in 1966. Over the past five decades, the field has grown substantially, both in numbers and in scope, leading to a vibrant, multidisciplinary community of researchers who share interests in developing materials for a wide range of medical applications. Building on this rich history, the 2023 GRC and GRS on Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering will focus on the design, function, and translation of bio-instructive materials, with a particular emphasis on material modulation of biological activity.

Transforming Biology into a Technology to Solve Global Challenges

Recent progress in biology has led to an explosion of factual knowledge about the living world over a huge range of scales in space and time. Yet, many questions about how to make sense of this data remain across the entire diversity of the living world from the smallest bacterium to the ecosystems of the Serengeti. This meeting aims to bring together a diverse collection of researchers interested in finding ways to parlay this ever-increasing factual knowledge into a corresponding array of conceptual knowledge. The goal of this symposium is to assemble an interdisciplinary community and to provide a platform to discuss perspectives on the role of theory in biology, and importantly also vice versa, the impact that biology can have on theory.

Molecular Biology,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

Agricultural University of Georgia and Association of Professional Chemists of Georgia.

The scientific program will provide an opportunity for participating young scientists to exchange new ideas and information on many issues covering wide spectrum of chemistry topics. High-profile plenary and keynote lectures will be provided by outstanding scholars invited from prestigious research centers.

Organizing Committee;     Phone: [+995 599769221];     Email: icys2023@aguni.edu.ge

Chemistry, Wine and food chemistry, Agricultural chemistry, Agriculture, Biology

Multidisciplinary Events in Chemistry,    Agronomy, Food Production and Food Chemistry

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, University of California, Santa Barbara

During animal and plant development, cells self-organize into complex organisms, through the gradual refinement of cellular identities and their arrangement in space. This is an iterative process, which progresses through successive rounds of symmetry breaking, accompanied by changes in molecular and mechanical properties that feed back across multiple scales. Many of the elementary processes underlying developmental patterning and morphogenesis are now well documented, and a growing array of tools is available to observe and manipulate their dynamics. Yet, we lack a set of general principles that explain how they are coordinated in space and time to produce a defined outcome, and comprehensive synthetic approaches that use such principles to recapitulate development in vitro. This program will bring together experimentalists and theoreticians to work towards an integrated view of self-organization. This requires that we examine how the collective dynamics of development emerge from individual cellular behaviors - how cellular decisions in high-dimensional gene expression landscapes are coordinated in patterning, and how cellular force generation and mechanical feedbacks provide a substrate for tissue-scale communication and morphogenesis. Unifying these different processes, the notion of information may provide a common currency for the molecular and mechanical cues that guide development, encouraging us to consider that information is not only conveyed and interpreted but also self-organizes.

morphogenesis, development, plant development, self-organization, theory, quantitative biology, biophysics

Biophysics, Medical Physics,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

This GRC will be held in conjunction with the "Wnt Signaling" Gordon Research Seminar (GRS). Those interested in attending both meetings must submit an application for the GRS in addition to an application for the GRC. Refer to the associated GRS program page for more information. Conference Program The session topics for this conference are being developed by the conference chairs. Please check back regularly for updates to this information. Contributors Gordon Research Conferences National Institutes of Health - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) ImmunoPrecise Antibodies STEMCELL Technologies Inc. PeproTech Inc. Pfizer, Inc. Bio-Techne JW Pharmaceutical Corporation Leap Therapeutics Conference Links Conference History Wnt Signaling (GRS) Contribute Financially to This Conference Conference Fees Similar Conferences Poster Information Poster sessions are an integral part of the our conferences, and offer all conferees an opportunity to discuss their research.

Cell Biology and Signalling

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Any adequate theory of evolutionary change must cover both the sources and the consequences of phenotypic variation. On the one hand, we must understand the various processes—genetic, metabolic, physiological, developmental, and behavioral—that generate variation. On the other hand, we must understand the sorting processes that lead to the differential survival of different variants. The latter aspect is covered by traditional evolutionary genetics, with its well-developed set of concepts and models. In contrast, there seems to be no overarching theory or unifying framework able to explain the enormous diversity of processes generating variation. These processes are not only dauntingly complex, but also occur at many different levels of organization—from the molecular to the cellular, tissue, organ, organismic, and even supra-organismic levels (ecological or social). We could conclude from this that no theory of the sources of variation is possible, or we could call for a novel, empirically grounded, organismic systems biology that integrates philosophical, mathematical, and experimental approaches to tackle the issue. We will look at this project from a broad theoretical vantage point to assess the future of evolutionary and developmental systems biology.

Molecular Biology,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

This EMBO Workshop strives to connect disciplines from different fast-moving fields linked to endocytosis, which require a common forum to discuss the latest developments and future directions in an integrated fashion. The final goal is to uncover novel molecular and cellular networks involving endocytosis by providing concrete examples of how collaborations between researchers from different disciplines are currently leading to fundamental discoveries.

Molecular Biology,    Biophysics, Medical Physics

Oxford Global Conferences

Connecting global academic & research organisations as well as pharma representatives for high-level discussions on the latest innovations in spatial research & technologies.

Oxford Global Conferences;     Phone: [+44 1865 248455];     Email: d.dalby@oxfordglobal.co.uk

Spatial Biology, Oncology, Cardiovascular Diseases, Drug Discovery & Development, Personalised Medicine, Biomarkers, Spatial Data Analysis, Toxicology

Oncology,    Pharmacology and Drug Development

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

Human microbiota – the collection of microbes living in and on our body – have a significant impact on human health and well-being. They have been associated with numerous diseases, yet we have barely understood their role in the context of life-style and genetics. Various initiatives are underway around the world to survey the human microbiota at several body sites, characterise them, understand their interactions with the human hosts, elucidate their role in diseases, and design possible therapeutic or dietary interventions. There is a new wave of studies mining the human microbiota for bioactive compounds such as antibiotics, and for characterising specific microbial strains. This conference will provide plentiful opportunities for researchers to learn about and to connect to important developments in studying the human microbiota

Course and Conference Officer;     Email: aline.schnieder@embl.de

The human microbiome, Cell Biology and Biophysics, Microbiology and immunology, Molecular Medicine

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

For decades, studies in cell biology have focused on discovering the functions and dynamics of individual organelles. However, organelles do not exist only as single units, but also as part of entities formed through contacts between two or more distinct organelles. In fact, the recent years of studies on inter-organelle contacts have revealed that complex cellular functions, biochemical processes and signaling pathways are governed at the sites where heterotypic organelles come into contact with each other. This paradigm shift has spurred a new gold rush of research in cell biology that is transforming our understanding of cell physiology, signaling and metabolism in health and disease. This EMBO Workshop on inter-organelle contacts biology, now at its 3rd edition, aims at bringing together the community of scientists in this field to share their work, experience, expertise, and vision.

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO

The successful management of research projects is key to success in science. Understanding what project management is, when it is helpful and how to apply it in research is an important skill for scientists. This course, developed by CJ Fitzsimons—author of "International Project Management - intercultural cooperation in practice" (German language)—introduces key concepts in project management, both for planning and managing work, and for working effectively with people (including with yourself). The course is in English.

Molecular Biology,    Career, Leadership and Management

The molecular processes of life are naturally dynamic in space and time from the atomic to the organismal level. The rapid development of imaging methods across the full scale of biological organisation is revolutionising our ability to visualise the inner workings of macromolecular complexes, organelles, cells, tissues, organs and whole organisms. Being able to see biological processes unfold in real time allows us to understand the mechanisms of life as well as disease.

In situ structural biology, Super-resolved imaging, Probes & biosensors, Organismal imaging, Correlative imaging, Image analysis, Discoveries by bioimaging

Molecular Biology,    Microscopy

Fusion Conferences

The germline provides an eternal cellular link between generations and is the source of genetic diversity and evolution of animal populations. In addition, perturbations in the epigenome or genome of a parental germline that arise during development could be underlying causes of many disease states in offspring. In males, sperm are the conduit for transmission of genetic and epigenetic information to the next generation and are formed by the complex process of spermatogenesis, which involves undifferentiated stem cell, differentiating, meiotic, and morphogenesis phases. This workshop will explore recent advances in understanding the biology of these different phases in a variety of animal models as well as how epigenetic and genetic abnormalities may underlie transmission of diseases and fertility disorder in humans. Invited talks and poster sessions that focus on cutting edge findings along with vibrant discussions and debates about controversies in the field will provide a rich intellectual atmosphere that is sure to have an important impact on how the biology of spermatogenesis is investigated for years to come.

Molecular Biology,    Stem-cell Research & Therapy

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

Liquid biopsies have the advantage of being largely non-invasive and providing a vast amount of information for the detection and monitoring of diseases such as cancer. This course will provide an overview in the several techniques to detect and analyse circulating tumour cells (CTCs), cell free tumor DNA (ctDNA), miRNA in liquid biopsies, cell free tumour RNA (ctRNA) and proteins. Participants will be introduced to all aspects ranging from proper sampling through error free sequencing to data analysis. Additional lectures will cover extracellular vesicles and clinical aspects using liquid biopsies, especially in the field of cancer diagnostics. 

Exhibitions and Trade Shows in Chemistry, Laboratory Technology,    Oncology

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This symposium will explore the diverse, dynamic and multifaceted roles of RNA across a spectrum of cellular processes. It will provide an interdisciplinary discussion of the roles of non-coding RNAs in both prokaryotes and eukaryotes, with the aim of enhancing our understanding of gene regulation and function.

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: lea.hohmann@embl.de

The non-coding genome, Cell Biology and Biophysics, Technology, Imaging, Methods

Fusion Conferences

A plethora of genetic, dietary and pharmacological interventions can extend healthy lifespan in laboratory animals, and can delay or ameliorate diverse aging-related diseases. Mechanisms of aging are conserved in evolution, and discoveries made in animals are informing our understanding of human aging. This raises the intriguing possibility of performing preventative medicine against chronic and age-related diseases, by targeting their main risk factor, namely aging. Important current challenges in the field are (1) to understand the downstream pathways by which longevity interventions can combat age-related loss of function and pathology, (2) to evaluate the impact of regenerative interventions and cellular reprogramming on age-related diseases, and (3) to translate the findings into the extension of human health span.

Mitochondrial quality control and aging; Ultra long lives and immortality; Autophagy and proteostasis; Regenerative interventions and cellular reprogramming; Human ageing: biomarkers and cell senescence; Microbiome and aging

Human Physiology and Metabolism,    Geriatrics

Fusion Conferences

The maintenance of genome integrity is critical for the suppression of several pathological disorders in humans, including cancer, infertility and neurodegeneration. Moreover, the accumulation of unrepaired errors in DNA is commonly cited as a likely cause of tissue and organismal ageing. Destabilization of the genome can occur as a result of several cell intrinsic or extrinsic factors, including errors arising during DNA replication or chromosome segregation, as well as exposure of cells to agents that induce DNA damage. In this conference, we aim to bring together scientists studying DNA replication, DNA repair and chromosome segregation with those interested in how chromosomal instability can influence human pathology. Moreover, we aim to show how high throughput and high content screening methods can be used as a discovery tool both for basic science applications and to identify potential therapeutic modalities.

Molecular Biology,    Genomics and Bioinformatics

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

The ability to grow human tissues from stem cells in 3D culture has the potential to revolutionise the drug discovery process and regenerative medicine. Building on a long tradition of cell and developmental biology knowledge, organoids resembling a variety of human tissues have been generated. This conference will bring together the leading researchers in this field to establish a new research community and reveal parallels between various tissue models. The aim of this meeting is to bring together researchers from different fields to enhance our understanding of how organoids can be formed and maintained, how they can be used to study disease and how we might eventually use them to regenerate and replace human organ tissue

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: inna.boesselmann@embl.de

Organoids, modelling organ development and disease in 3D culture, Cell Biology and Biophysics, Developmental Biology and Evolution, Neurobiology

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This is a cross-disciplinary meeting that will bring together proteomics technology experts from academia and industry, life science specialists, and medical communities who are interested in systems biology, cell signalling, structural biology, as well as disease and clinical proteomics.

Head of Course & Conference Office;     Email: maryann.heck@embl.de

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

This course consists of two parts: virtual and onsite. The virtual course takes place 6 – 10 November 2023 and the onsite part takes place 27 November – 1 December 2023.

The virtual course will cover the basics of SAXS/SANS, instrumentation, data collection, modelling techniques and complementary use with other methods. The students are encouraged to sign-up for a self-paced practical tutorial that covers basic and advanced SAXS data processing steps (including quizzes to keep track of successful participation). In addition, students are encouraged to apply to the ‘add on module’ which includes an on-site visit (5 days) in Hamburg to participate either in track 1: X-ray beamline operation or track 2: sample optimisation for SAXS. Students not travelling to Hamburg can sign up for small discussion groups to discuss their SAXS data in more detail.

Molecular Biology,    Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology

Society for Muscle Biology

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This conference provides a venue for cross-disciplinary discussions, with the goal of catalysing inter-disciplinary collaborations to address emerging questions in these scientific fields. Although often disparaged as “junk” DNA, it is now undeniable that transposable element (TE) activity has significantly shaped the structure and function of all genomes, ranging from bacteria to humans. TEs are major drivers of genetic diversity and contribute to human disease. Remarkably, recent research has shown that TE-derived sequences also can be co-opted by the host to play important roles in gene expression, early development, immunity, neuronal diversification, and, perhaps, aging.

Course and Conference Manager;     Email: diah.yulianti@embl.de

The mobile genome, genetic and physiological impacts of transposable elements

European Molecular Biology Laboratory | EMBL

Flow Cytometry is one of the most powerful single cell analysis methods used throughout the life sciences and medicine. By utilising Flow Cytometry we can identify and quantify specific cell populations from heterogeneous samples, analyse the cell cycle or proliferation state or simply detect the expression of fluorescent reporters. In line with the suggestions from our course in 2019, we will significantly enhance the number of analysis sessions together with our partners from FlowJo. We will cover the theory of Flow Cytometry and corroborate this information intensively with the practical issues of the most frequent assays as part of our practical course curriculum.

Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences (INI)

European Molecular Biology Laboratory, EMBL Heidelberg

This conference will provide an opportunity to learn about and keep up to date with the rapidly progressing area of cancer genomics. It will cover presentations from cancer genome projects, the areas of cancer functional genomics, systems biology, cancer immunogenomics and epigenomics, cancer mouse models and the translation and clinical impact of obtained scientific results. The meeting will bring together leading scientists from across these areas for a unique opportunity to interact and stimulate further integration of these efforts.

Cancer genomics

European Molecular Biology Organization – EMBO