The 10th edition of the “Evolutionary Biology of Caenorhabditis and other Nematodes” meeting will take place at the Vienna BioCenter, one of the top biology research centers in Europe, from June 17-20, 2024.
Details on the location (airport, hotels) you find here.
This conference brings together a diverse and global community of researchers dedicated to studying the evolution and natural diversity of nematodes, ranging from molecular mechanisms to the complex dynamics within ecosystems. By uniting experts from different disciplines, including genomics, quantitative and population genetics, parasitology, microbiology, neuroscience, and ecology, we aim to foster an environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and the exploration of cutting-edge research.
This meeting offers fantastic opportunities to discuss nematode evolution. Talks are open to researchers of all stages and will be selected from submitted abstracts to capture the diversity of topics and approaches in our community. Several poster sessions will also be offered. For researchers who are interested in starting nematode evolution experiments, this meeting is a great venue to learn more about the topic and immerse yourself in a highly supportive and collaborative community.
TOPICS
- Genomics
- Quantitative genetics and GWAS
- Microbiology and Virology
- Host-pathogen interactions
- Complex traits
- Predator-prey interactions
- Interspecies communication
- Evolutionary biology
- Evo-Devo
REGISTRATION
Click HERE to get to the official registration page.
REGISTRATION FEES
275,- EUR - Academy 1 (Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Post-docs)
375,- EUR - Academy 2 (Faculty / PI)
The registration cost covers lunch, coffee breaks, and two dinners. Housing is not included.
Read here for information on TRAVEL and CHILDCARE grants.
DEADLINES
Abstract deadline to apply for a talk: April 22
Abstract deadline for poster presenters and final registration: May 17
TALKS & POSTERS
Talks will be eight minutes with two minutes for questions. We will try to accommodate as many speakers as we can.
Poster information: dimensions for our magnetic poster boards: 70 x 100 cm. The poster must be in portrait format / orientation.
Abstracts (max. 300 words) must be submitted during registration. To withdraw or revise your abstract, please send an email to: lea.klement(at)imba.oeaw.ac.at
ACTIVITIES & WORKSHOPS
This year, we will emphasize training and mentoring. We will have icebreaker activities and three workshops to benefit the community:
1. Mastering the Art of Scientific Presentations: A Workshop for Effective Communication [Alejandro Burga]
2. From zero to hero: Getting to 959 nematode genomes [Blaxter lab]
3. Unlocking the Potential of CaeNDR: Exploring Genomic Variation and Analysis Workflows [Andersen lab]
Organizers
Erik Andersen, Johns Hopkins University
Alejandro Burga, IMBA
Amanda Gibson, University of Virginia
Yen-Ping Hsueh, Institute of Molecular Biology, Academia Sinica
Gavin Woodruff, University of Oklahoma
SUPPORTED BY
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of this event have a look at our brochure and contact: lea.klement(at)imba.oeaw.ac.at
Draft Program
MONDAY, 17 JUNE
15:00 registration
16:00 welcome gathering
17:30 opening remarks
17:45 talks
19:00 graduate student workshop I: Mastering the Art of Scientific Presentations: A Workshop for Effective Communication
20:00 networking
TUESDAY 18 JUNE 2024
09:00 talks
10:00 workshop II: From zero to hero: Getting to 959 nematode genomes
10:45 talks
11:30 break
12:00 talks
13:00 lunch and breakout session
14:45 talks
15:45 poster session 1
17:15 departure
18:00 networking event at OeAW
20:00 free evening
WEDNESDAY, 19 JUNE
09:00 talks
10:00 workshop III: Unlocking the Potential of CaeNDR: Exploring Genomic Variation and Analysis Workflows
10:45 talks
11:30 break
12:00 talks
13:00 lunch and breakout session
14:45 talks
15:45 break
16:15 talks
17:15 poster session 2
19:45 dinner
THURSDAY, 20 JUNE
09:00 talks
10:00 coffee break
10:30 talks
11:30 break
12:00 closing remarks
12:45 lunch and farewell
