Endoplasmic Reticulum

Since 2007, this essential conference has focused on the latest research and therapeutic approaches targeting endoplasmic reticulum (ER) dysfunction in various diseases, offering a comprehensive platform for advancing the understanding and treatment of conditions linked to ER stress and malfunction. 

This year’s program will delve into the complexities of the ER and its pivotal role in cellular operations and disease mechanisms. It will cover a broad spectrum of topics including ER-associated protein biogenesis, quality control, and the unfolded protein response, as well as the ER's involvement in lipid metabolism and inter-organellar communication.

Goals and Takeaways

· Cutting-edge approaches to manage ER stress, applicable in researching various diseases linked to ER dysfunction

· Insights into the latest methodologies for studying protein folding within the ER, crucial for understanding and manipulating protein misfolding diseases

· Novel mechanisms by which ER dysfunction contributes to diseases, offering new targets for therapeutic intervention

· New findings in lipid biosynthesis and its regulation within the ER, applicable to studies on metabolism and metabolic disorders

· The role of the ER in cellular communication and its dynamics, enhancing research on cell biology and pathology

Program Topics

• ER and metabolism
• ER dynamics, remodeling and turnover
• ER protein quality control and turnover
• ER stress in aging I
• ER stress in aging II
• ER stress in cancer
• The unfolded protein response

Workshops

This conference features two types of workshops, offering invaluable opportunities for personal growth and professional networking in a supportive environment.

Meet the Expert workshops are small forums where attendees can interact directly with pioneers in ER research and related fields, providing personalized advice, career experiences, and cutting-edge research data with early-career researchers.

Career Development Workshops will focus on practical skill-building for successful research careers, covering topics such as grant writing, publishing in high-impact journals, and strategies for effective scientific communication.