Conference Description
The Human Genetics and Genomics 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 “Genomic Medicine Cycle” encompasses multiple areas of genetic, genomic, and multi-omic research that support and build off one another as the field collectively works to better understand and treat disease. This paradigm begins by evaluating the association between DNA variants and human phenotypes to identify potential genes of importance in disease. The cycle then progresses to functionally test and characterize the mechanisms by which these DNA variants and genes of interest may disrupt key biological pathways that can drive disease. Finally, this collective work of information can be used in a myriad of ways to benefit individuals in the form of improved risk prediction, diagnoses, therapeutic targets, and treatment options. While not explicitly mentioned, inextricably linked to these key areas is the development of new methods to facilitate the progression through each part of the cycle.
This Human Genetics and Genomics GRS will highlight important work spanning the entire Genomic Medicine Cycle. We welcome any and all early-career scientists and trainees who are conducting research related to any facet of this cycle for a holistic view of ongoing research in this space.
Application Instructions
The seminar will feature approximately 10 talks and 2 poster sessions. All attendees are expected to actively participate in the GRS, either by giving an oral presentation or presenting a poster. Therefore, all applications must include an abstract.
The seminar chair will select speakers from abstracts submitted by March 30, 2025. Those applicants who are not chosen for talks and those who apply after the deadline to be considered for an oral presentation will be expected to present a poster. In order to participate, you must submit an application by the date indicated in the Application Information section above.
Program Format
Gordon Research Seminars are 2-day meetings which take place on the Saturday and Sunday just prior to the start of the associated GRC. The GRS opens with a 1-hour introductory session on Saturday afternoon, followed by a poster session, dinner and a 2-hour session in the evening. Sunday morning begins with breakfast and is followed by another 2-hour session, a second poster session, and lunch. A final 1-hour session takes place just after lunch, and the associated GRC begins later that evening.
An outline of the program components for this GRS is displayed below. The seminar chair is currently developing their detailed program schedule, which will include the speakers they select from submitted abstracts, in addition to any additional components outlined below. The detailed program will be available by May 6, 2025. Please check back for updates.
Keynote Speaker
Speakers
- To Be Selected from Submitted Abstracts
Discussion Leaders
- To Be Selected from Submitted Abstracts
Mentorship Component
- "Pathways to Success in a Career Related to Human Genetics and Genomics"
