RNA in physiology and disease
7 September, 2026 - 9 September, 2026
The Frederick Douglass Centre, Helix Science Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 5TG
Registration
General Information
Meeting background
RNA molecules are at the heart of normal physiological processes, and their dysregulation can drive a wide range of human diseases. This international meeting will bring together world-leading experts in various aspects of RNA function and regulation, showcasing the most recent advances in our understanding of RNA processes in normal physiology and disease. The conference will also provide a platform for early- and mid-career researchers to present their recent findings, discuss ideas, and form new connections and collaborations that will advance the field of RNA biology.
Programme
The final programme is available to download. The conference will be organised into the following sessions:
Sessions and invited speakers
RNA in cell and developmental biology 1:
- Donal O’Carroll – University of Edinburgh
- Maite Huarte – CIMA Institute, Pamplona
- Alfredo Castello – University of Glasgow
RNA in cell and developmental biology 2:
- David Tollervey – University of Edinburgh
- Cristian Bellodi – University of Copenhagen
- Manuel Irimia – Centre for Genomic Regulation, Barcelona
RNA in infection and immunity:
- Martin Turner – Babraham Institute
- Sara Macias – University of Edinburgh
RNA in disease and therapy 1:
- Sebastian Fica – University of Oxford
- Alena Shkumatava – University of Edinburgh
RNA in disease and therapy 2:
- Michaela Frye – German Cancer Research Center
- Olga Anczukow – The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine
- Jernej Ule – The Francis Crick Institute
- Chuan He – University of Chicago
Organisers
David Elliott – University of Newcastle
Jonathan Pettitt – University of Aberdeen, G/S committee
Lovorka Stojic – Queen Mary University of London
Pawel Grzechnik – University of Manchester
Faraz Mardakheh – University of Oxford
Kamil Kranc – The Institute of Cancer Research
Abstracts
Abstract submission is now closed.
Registration instructions
Please log into your mySociety member account (if you’re not a member then you can create an account), then click ‘Book this event’ at the top of this page.
Cost
When booking, there will be the option to book as a Genetics Society member or non-member, or student.
Please note that registration rates do not include the Gala dinner, this must be added on during booking.
Please note that registration rates do not include the Gala dinner, this must be added on during booking.
Virtual attendance will not be available at this event.
Registration rates
Member: £400
Non-member: £500
Student member: £350
Gala Dinner: £60
Member: £400
Non-member: £500
Student member: £350
Gala Dinner: £60
You can find information about the Genetics Society grants, including the Junior Scientist Conference grant, and Carers award, on our website.
