Mechanisms of DNA Repair, Replication, and Genome Rearrangements, with Connections to Cancer Biomarkers and Therapeutics

The DNA Damage, Mutation and Cancer 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scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages.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 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 topics are focused on synthesizing basic mechanisms of DNA damage repair to develop cancer biomarkers and therapeutics, as well as understand immune activation and aging. Of particular interest are aspects of chromosomal break repair and the DNA damage response, the DNA damage response as biomarkers and disease risk factors, structural insights into DNA repair pathways, DNA replication, and mechanisms of chromosomal rearrangements. Such topics will be connected to cancer biology, aging, and neurodegeneration. The conference will present new sessions on these topics and aims to consider new approaches and technologies. The conference will be all-inclusive and emphasize trainee participation beyond the associated Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) that will precede the GRC. There will be a Power Hour associated with the GRC where attendees from all levels of expertise are encouraged to participate in discussion of issues ranging from support and growth of women in science, support for all underrepresented persons in science, and aspects of work/life balance. The poster sessions will be an important part of the conference and an opportunity for trainees to present their work. The program will include times for short talks to be selected from submitted abstracts.