Upcoming Medical Conferences in Andover

Lysosomes and Endocytosis Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and will be held during Jun 16 - 17, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States of America. Course Description: This meeting is a unique forum for graduate students, post-docs, and other scientists with comparable levels of experience and education to present and exchange new data and cutting edge ideas. The GRS provides a forum for junior scientists to build collaborations and informal networks prior to the arrival of senior investigators for the Gordon Research Conference on Lysosomes and Endocytosis. The focus of the Gordon Research Seminar on Lysosomes and Endocytosis is to discuss outstanding new discoveries in basic mechanisms of endocytosis, autophagy, lysosome biology, functions of the endomembrane system, and how defects in these basic mechanisms underlie diseases, including cancer and neurological disorders. The GRS will also have a career building session, where a panel of mentors participates in a discussion with attendees to share their experiences and give guidance and insight on different career options. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Lysosomes and Endocytosis Gordon Research Conference (GRC) is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and will be held during Jun 17 - 22, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States of America. Course Description: This conference will highlight recent advances in understanding the function and molecular regulation of endocytic trafficking pathways, biogenesis of lysosomes and related organelles, and the impact of these pathways on cell and organismal physiology. The inter-related network of organelles that constitute the endo-lysosomal system serves as a cellular entry point for nutrients, as well as pathogens. Recent research has revealed endosomes and lysosomes as hubs for inter- and intra-cellular signaling networks that control nutrient homeostasis, cell growth and differentiation, thus highlighting the remarkable degree to which these organelles regulate animal physiology. Moreover, as a degradative compartment, lysosomes provides a key line of defense against infection by parasites, viruses, as well as offer protection from the harmful effects of damaged organelles and misfolded proteins. Topics of focus for the 2018 meeting include molecular mechanisms and cell biology of lysosomes, exosomes, and endocytic and degradative pathways, and the roles of these organelles and pathways in human health and disease. Sessions will cover molecular features of endocytic membrane traffic such as coat formation, membrane remodeling, functions of lipids, and on cell physiology including endosomal and lysosomal membrane traffic, autophagy and the formation of organelle contact sites. Other sessions will focus on the roles of endocytic pathways in diabetes and metabolism, neuronal biology, immunity, and regulation of signaling in cancer and finally, on mechanisms of endocytosis across different species. The conference will continue to feature a session on 'New Directions' in which novel technical and conceptual developments in the field will be discussed. The meeting is divided into nine half-day sessions, comprising a mixture of invited speakers and those selected from abstracts. Attendance by under-represented minorities, students, postdoctoral fellows, junior faculty, and faculty from primarily undergraduate institutions is encouraged. Prior to, and in association with, the Gordon Research Conference, there will be a Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) on Lysosomes and Endocytosis for students and post-doctoral researchers. Junior researchers will present their work to each other in talks and posters. The GRS provides an excellent opportunity to develop collaborations and scientific relationships with peers prior to the arrival of more senior investigators. Interested trainees are encouraged to view the web site and to consider attending. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Proteoglycans: Structure, Mechanisms, and Applications of Proteoglycans in Health and Disease is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and will be held during Jul 07 - 08, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States of America. Conference Description: The Gordon Research Seminar on Proteoglycans is a unique forum for graduate students, post-docs, and other scientists with comparable levels of experience and education to present and exchange new data and cutting edge ideas. The GRS is a small group setting that fosters open discussion about innovative research through formal presentation and social interaction. The Proteoglycans GRS will cover topics related to the functional aspects of proteoglycans and their regulatory roles in cellular processes. The meeting will address basic research questions about biosynthesis and structure of proteoglycans, their effect on signaling and other processes in development and disease, as well as therapeutic and translational applications. The GRS will also feature a career panel session during which mentors at various stages of their careers will share experiences and answer career-focused questions from the trainees. The Proteoglycans GRS will be held in conjunction with the Gordon Research Conference on Proteoglycans, and we encourage applicants to submit abstracts to both meetings. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Proteoglycans: Proteoglycans in Homeostasis and Disease: Cracking the PG Code is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and will be held during Jul 08 - 13, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States of America. Meeting Description: Proteoglycans are being found to play important roles across an increasingly broad range of biological systems and disease processes. This is underpinned by their highly regulated production and turnover, the inherent complexity of their structure and organization in tissues, and their diverse interactions with extracellular signaling molecules. The recent explosion in knowledge has been driven by the development of new tools and methodologies that are helping to crack the PG code as well as by a growing awareness of the functional importance of these fundamental and ubiquitous molecules by the wider scientific and medical communities. The program will bring together the latest research at the forefront of the field including traditional topics such as proteoglycan biosynthesis and catabolism, along with expanding areas such as the roles of PGs in fibrosis, cell metabolism and ageing. For example, new functional activities of proteoglycans will be discussed in the contexts of cancer, diseases of the musculoskeletal and neuronal systems, and immune evasion by pathogens. There will also be a strong focus on recently developed technologies for PG research and on the translation of proteoglycans into novel therapeutics and tissue engineering approaches. The 2018 Gordon Research Conference will honor the traditions of past meetings allowing multi-disciplinary scientific discussions between investigators at all career stages within its inclusive and collegial atmosphere. In addition to presentations by invited speakers, approximately 40 short talks will be selected from submitted abstracts, based on their novelty and fit with conference themes. Daily poster sessions will be preceded by "Poster Preview" presentations to highlight exciting new work; here graduate students, postdocs and new investigators who have not been chosen for a short talk will be given priority. Moreover, the outstanding camaraderie of the proteoglycan community will undoubtedly provide an unparalleled opportunity for more junior scientists to interact with senior investigators. Open dissemination of ideas between all participants will be maximized in order to continue the growth, development and diversity of the proteoglycan field. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Musculoskeletal Biology and Bioengineering Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and would be held during Aug 04 - 05, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States Of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Musculoskeletal Biology and Bioengineering Gordon Research Conference (GRC) is organized by Gordon Research Conferences (GRC) and would be held during Aug 05 - 10, 2018 at Proctor Academy, Andover, New Hampshire, United States Of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.