Conference Description
The Animal-Microbe Symbioses 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scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages.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 conference will bring together researchers working on animal-microbe symbioses across many different study systems, environments, and levels of biological organization. A particular focus will be to connect the molecular mechanistic understanding of symbiotic interactions to their relevance in ecological and evolutionary contexts. Beyond the fundamental importance of understanding the mechanisms, dynamics, and function of symbiotic interactions between animals and microorganisms, this research has the ability to inform application in conservation, agriculture, and human health. Our research field has been traditionally strong in its collaborative, interactive, and integrative spirit and atmosphere, which this conference will aim to build on and further strengthen.
The topics, speakers, and discussion leaders for the conference sessions are displayed below. The conference chair is currently developing their detailed program, which will include the complete meeting schedule, as well as the talk titles for all speakers. The detailed program will be available by February 15, 2025. Please check back for updates.
Symbiosis in Context
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Host-Symbiont Molecular Cross-Talk
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Impact of Symbiosis on Organismal Health
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Evolutionary Origins of Symbiotic Interactions
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The Genetic Basis of Symbiosis
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Establishment and Maintenance of Symbiosis
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The Cellular Biology of Symbiosis
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Dynamics in Host-Associated Microbial Communities
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Symbioses in a Changing World
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The GRC Power Hour™
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