The Quantum Biology 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 Quantum Biology GRS is an international scientific seminar that provides a platform for early career researchers to find common ground in quantum biology. The inaugural Quantum Biology GRS provides a unique forum for young graduate students, doctoral, and post-doctoral researchers to enhance their training, present their work, discuss new methods, cutting-edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussions, allowing all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.
Quantum biology has been propelled by experimental and theoretical efforts that have led to remarkable discoveries at the interfaces of traditional disciplines (e.g., biology, chemistry, and physics). Evidence suggests that subtle quantum effects may shape biological processes and functions in living organisms, as exemplified by photosynthesis, enzyme-catalysed reactions, and magnetic field effects on spin-dependent reactions in biology, to name a few. This is an exciting and emerging science of the 21st century, where many fascinating, fundamental questions will inspire new ways to understand better and enhance health and medicine. The seminar program includes a wide range of speakers from diverse backgrounds, focusing on the latest developments in quantum biology, emphasizing development and networking.
The poster sessions provide an opportunity for dialogue with new and familiar faces. Additionally, afternoon free time and communal meals enable networking opportunities with leaders in the field to further drive innovation. The seminar will feature approximately 10 talks and 2 poster sessions. All attendees are expected to actively participate in the GRS by giving an oral presentation or presenting a poster. Therefore, all applications must include an abstract. The joint key aim of the GRC and the GRS is to create connections between a wide range of disciplines that do not normally interact with each other. Consequently, clear and effective communication of your work is essential. We strongly advise participants to tailor their presentation and abstract so that it can be understood by a diverse range of attendees. The seminar chair is developing their detailed program schedule, including the speakers they select from submitted abstracts. The detailed program will be available by summer 2024. Please check back for updates.
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 November 24, 2024. 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.
