The Mutagenesis 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scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages.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 2024 Gordon Research Conference on Mutagenesis will focus on the underlying causes and consequences of mutations. The genomes of all organisms are consistently under attack by both endogenous and endogenous mutagens, which can change the genetic code. These changes can cause various diseases such as cancer and antimicrobial resistance development. One important feature of the conference will be bringing together of scientists studying a wide range of questions in the field of mutagenesis and are employing diverse range of cutting-edge approaches across various species.

The conference will focus on the fundamental molecular and genetic mechanisms that drive various genome alterations. The meeting will explore the physiological and pathological consequences of mutagenesis in human health, antibiotic resistance development, adaptive and innate immunity, neurodegenerative disease, and cancer. The major focus of the meeting will be to explore how major processes such as DNA replication and transcription contribute to mutagenesis. Furthermore, the inherent properties within the DNA itself such as sequence context or secondary structures that make certain regions of the genome more susceptible to mutagenesis and genetic alterations will be discussed. The conference will include talks by established and young investigators that are leaders in the field, as well as talks selected from submitted abstracts. The conference will also include extensive poster sessions coupled with ample time for discussion and networking between participants at all career stages in an inclusive and diverse atmosphere.