The Functional Continuum of Cells and Matrix

The Collagen Gordon Research Conference has convened biennially for the last 38 years and will continue to present cutting-edge research on a wide range of topics on structure, biology and pathology of collagens and their ligands in development, tissue homeostasis and pathology. The meeting program reflects the complexity of the collagen genome, the diversity of the collagen proteome and its functions, variations that result from physiological alterations, and consequences of collagen mutations. The conference will continue to recognize the central roles of collagens in their macromolecular context in a wide variety of matrices in all organs and their instructive roles that govern cell functions, including stem cells. Special focus will be on recent developments on molecular and cell-based therapies of collagen diseases. The Conference will bring together investigators who are at the forefront of the field, and will provide opportunities for junior scientists and graduate students to present their work in poster format or short talks and exchange ideas with leaders in the field. All meeting attendees are encouraged to present their work in poster format at the meeting. There will be two poster sessions for this purpose. You are welcome to provide a title and bring a poster even if you did not submit an abstract at the time of application. The primary objective is to provide a forum for the presentation and discussion of recent contributions at the leading edge of the field.

We look forward to seeing you in New London!