14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
The 5th Growth Factors in Regeneration and Regenerative Medicine Fusion Conference aims to bring together researchers and clinicians from different disciplines with an interest in the function of growth factors and their downstream signalling molecules as mediators of tissue and organ repair and their modulation to promote regeneration. Because of the remarkable parallels between (i) tissue repair and development and (ii) tissue repair and cancer, the conference will also be of great interest to developmental biologists and cancer researchers. It will provide a unique opportunity for academic and industrial researchers and clinicians to meet each other in a stimulating environment and to discuss ongoing and novel collaborations and interdisciplinary research projects.
Join us on 17 February for our "Growth factors in lung development, repair, and regeneration" session, in partnership with the 3rd Niche-epithelial Stem Cell Interactions in Lung Health and Disease Conference which proceeds this meeting from 17 - 20 February 2025. Receive a 10% discount when you book onto both conferences. Email amy@fusion-conferences.com to receive your discount code. T&C's apply.
Denise Al Alam (The Lundquist Institute)
Saverio Bellusci (Justus-Liebig-Universitaet Giessen, ECCPS)
Ken Dower (Pfzier)
MYELOID-STROMAL INTERACTIONS IN FIBROGENESIS AND RESOLUTION: A PHARMA PERSPECTIVE
Stuart Forbes (The University of Edinburgh)
David Granville (University of British Columbia)
BEYOND THE GRAVE – EMERGING NON-CYTOTOXIC ROLES FOR GRANZYME SERINE PROTEASES IN HEALTH AND DISEASE
Farshid Guilak (Washington University in St. Louis)
SYNTHETIC GENE CIRCUITS FOR AUTONOMOUS CELL-BASED DRUG DELIVERY: IT’S ABOUT TIME!
Chrissy Hammond (University of Bristol)
Boris Hinz (St. Michael Hospital and University of Toronto)
MECHANICAL ENVIRONMENT PRIMES MESENCHYMAL STROMAL CELLS TO PRODUCE PRO-INFLAMMATORY SECRETOMES
Luisa Iruela-Arispe (Northwestern University)
Sachiko Iseki (Tokyo Medical and Dental University)
VERSATILE FUNCTION OF FGF18 IN DEVELOPMENT AND REGENERATION
Aaron Johnson (Washington University School of Medicine)
Megan Killian (University of Michigan)
Michael Longaker (Stanford University School of Medicine)
PREVENTION AND RESCUE OF SCARRING DURING WOUND REPAIR
Amy Merrill (University of Southern California)
Paul Martin (University of Bristol)
Mikael Martino (Monash University)
PROMOTING TISSUE HEALING VIA GROWTH FACTORS AND IMMUNOMODULATION
Marian Ros (Universidad De Cantabria)
Moosa Mohammadi (Wenzhou Medical University)
Maria Sibilia (Medical University of Vienna, Institute of Cancer Research)
HARNESSING INNATE IMMUNITY TO PREVENT AND TREAT METASTASES
Tanya Shaw (King's College London)
Lukas Sommer (University of Zurich)
PERIPHERAL GLIA FORM A REGENERATIVE NICHE IN SKIN WOUND HEALING
Daniel Tschumperlin (Mayo Clinic)
Erwin Wagner (Medical University of Vienna)
SKIN INFLAMMATION AND CANCER
Max Yun (TU Dresden)
MOLECULAR DRIVERS OF DE NOVO THYMUS REGENERATION IN THE AXOLOTL
Jin-San Zhang (Wenzhou Medical University)
Growth factors control survival, proliferation, migration, metabolic functions and the gene expression program of all cells in the body. Upon injury, expression of many growth factors increases, which activates reparative cells through increased proliferation and migration at the site of injury and production of repair-promoting molecules. The coordinated interplay among different growth factors and their cross-talk with other injury-relevant signals is essential for normal repair. While certain lower organisms have a strong regenerative capacity and can even regenerate amputated body parts, this capability is rudimentary in mammals where tissue injury most often results in scar formation with functional and aesthetical impairment. Therefore, there is a strong need to develop strategies to improve the repair/regeneration process. A detailed understanding of growth factor function in regenerating vs. non-regenerating tissues and organisms will help to design such strategies. Based on this knowledge, the application of growth factors to injured tissues or activation of major growth factor signaling pathways has a strong potential to improve tissue regeneration. Such approaches require not only the design of suitable molecules, but also their appropriate delivery. All these aspects will be addressed at the Fusion Conference. The meeting will therefore be of major interest to cell and developmental biologists, researchers and clinicians working in the area of tissue repair and regeneration, pharmacologists, and bioengineers as well as cancer researchers. We expect this meeting to attract people from academia, but also from various Biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.
Growth factor research as well as tissue repair research are well represented at different places in the world, with major hubs in Europe, the US, and China. However, researchers from many other countries will also benefit from this conference.
Research on growth factor signalling pathways in stem cell biology, as mediators of tissue injury, and as potential therapeutics in regenerative medicine is rapidly progressing. Therefore, there is a critical need to bring together researchers from academia and from the Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical industries, and clinicians, to share ideas and establish collaborations to promote these clinically highly relevant topics. There is an additional need to educate new researchers on the recent progress in understanding growth factors as mediators of disease and their use as therapeutics for regenerative medicine.
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
Denise Al Alam
The Lundquist Institute
Saverio Bellusci
Justus-Liebig-Universitaet Giessen, ECCPS
Ken Dower
Pfizer
Stuart Forbes
The University of Edinburgh
David Granville
University of British Columbia
Farshid Guilak
Washington University in St. Louis
Chrissy Hammond
University of Bristol
Boris Hinz
St. Michael Hospital and University of Toronto
Luisa Iruela-Arispe
Northwestern University
Sachiko Iseki
Tokyo Medical and Dental University
Aaron Johnson
Washington University School of Medicine
Megan Killian
University of Michigan
Michael Longaker
Stanford University School of Medicine
Amy Merrill
University of Southern California
Paul Martin
University of Bristol
Mikael Martino
Monash University
Moosa Mohammadi
Wenzhou Medical University
Marian Ros
Universidad de Cantabria
Maria Sibilia
Medical University of Vienna, Institute of Cancer Research
Tanya Shaw
King's College London
Lukas Sommer
University of Zurich
Daniel Tschumperlin
Mayo Clinic
Erwin Wagner
Medical University of Vienna
Max Yun
TU Dresden
Jin-San Zhang
Wenzhou Medical University
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
Ticket Type | Early Bird | Full Price |
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Single
Choose this option if you will be attending the conference alone, or if you will bring accompanying guests that will not attend the meeting.
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$2380 | $2480 |
Shared
Choose this option if you wish to share with a colleague who is also attending the conference, or if you wish to be paired with another attendee of the same sex.
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$1825 | $1925 |
Student
Choose this option if you are a student. Please note all students will be paired with another attendee of the same sex if a room sharer is not specified. If you wish to have your own room, please register under the Single option.
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$1195 | $1195 |
Adult
$853
Child
$364
Adult
$461
Child
$121
All registration fees include 3 nights accommodation and meals during the conference period. Exact inclusions are detailed below.
This price has been extended to students and postdocs for this particular conference. This price is on a shared accomodation basis with another student or postdoc of the same sex.
Postdocs: Please register under the 'student' catagory and when prompted to do so, please upload proof of your postdoctoral status. Please also make it clear in your 'job title' field that you are a postdoc. Thank you.
- Conference registration.
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (14, 15, 16 Feb 2025) on a shared basis in an Enclave Garden View room.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited alcoholic beverages, cocktails and soft drinks available at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours.
- Daily coffee breaks.
- Gala buffet dinner with an open bar.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Our registration fees are inclusive of the following at the Hilton La Romana hotel during the conference period only:
- Conference registration.
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (14, 15, 16 Feb 2025) on a single or shared basis in an Enclave Garden View room.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited alcoholic beverages, cocktails and soft drinks available at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours.
- Daily coffee breaks.
- Gala buffet dinner with an open bar.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following at the Hilton La Romana hotel during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (14, 15, 16 Feb 2025) on a shared basis with a conference participant in an Enclave Garden View room.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited alcoholic beverages, cocktails and soft drinks available at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours.
- Gala buffet dinner with an open bar.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Accompanying guests are not permitted access to the conference.
Our accompanying child fees are inclusive of the following at the Hilton La Romana hotel during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (14, 15, 16 Feb 2025) on a shared basis with the parent/s in an Enclave Garden View room, max 2 adults and 2 children per room (extra beds and/or cribs are subject to availability upon check-in, if requested).
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited soft drinks available by the glass at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours.
- Gala buffet dinner with soft drinks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Accompanying child fees are applicable for children aged 3-12 years. Children 2 years or younger stay free of charge with a parent. Children aged 13 years and older are classified as an adult at this venue (Hilton La Romana). Please kindly ensure your child / children are supervised at all times during conference and related events. Childcare services are available at the hotel, please contact Amy for further information.
Our extra night fees are inclusive of the following at the Hilton La Romana hotel:
- 1 night’s accommodation for 1 person in an Enclave Garden View room.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited alcoholic beverages, cocktails and soft drinks available at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: If you wish to extend your stay more than 3 nights pre/post conference, this is possible to book via Fusion, but please contact Amy for assistance and prices. Extra night child fees are applicable for children aged 3-12 years. Children 2 years or younger stay free of charge with a parent. Children aged 13 years and older are classified as an adult at this venue (Hilton La Romana).
Prices and hotel availability are subject to change without notice.
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
To apply, email: amy@fusion-conferences.com with;
- An abstract for short talk or poster consideration
- A short statement as to why you would benefit from attending the meeting
- A short CV (2 pages maximum)
Applications to be submitted by 26th September. T&C’s Apply
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
Hilton La Romana is an all-inclusive property and is perfectly set on the Dominicans Republic's pristine coast. Lush jungles, gorgeous weather, and expansive beaches invite you to explore the beauty of the island while the resort enchants with daily activities for every age. Explore six restaurants, eight bars and lounges, and 24-hour room service. Relax in oversized rooms with views of tropical gardens or the Caribbean Sea.
Non-motorized activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and windsurfing are free at the resort.
Venue Rating
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Address
Playa Bayahibe Section B, La Romana, 23000, Dominican Republic
Nearest Airport
Punta Cana International Airport
Hotel Facilities
Six Restaurants (no reservations required)
Eight bars and lounges
Water park
Private beach
Non-motorized watersports
Four ourdoor pools
Daily resort activities
Kids/teens club
Nightly entertainment
Room entertainment
Room services
Fitness center
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
We have several oral opportunities available at this meeting. To be considered for a talk, please register for the conference and upload your abstract when prompted to do so. You will be able to monitor the status of your abstract through your Fusion account and you will also receive an email if you are successful or unsuccessful.
If you are unable to register for the conference for any reason, but still wish to submit an abstract for consideration, please email the Conference Manager directly.
Please use the abstract template provided (see below) and ensure your abstract is no longer than one page in length.
If you are accepted for a talk, we recommend you check our website regularly as the conference approaches. Regular programme updates will be released under the ‘Programme’ tab on the conference website.
On the day of your presentation please make yourself known to our AV technician who will be present in the conference room. We advise running through your presentation at least 30minutes prior to your session commencing to ensure your slides and any videos or animations appear as expected. We prefer our speakers to run their presentation from the master PC or Mac, however, if you prefer to use your own laptop then please notify us prior to the session. A HDMI or VGA cable is usually available on the podium.
Our AV technician will apply your microphone and provide a combined slide advancer and laser pointer.
We ask all speakers to adhere to their time slots and respect their fellow presenters. A visual traffic light aide will be available to warn presenters as their time decreases.
Please make sure your presentation adheres to the following guidelines.
Aspect Ratio: On Screen Show (16:9)
File Type: Please save your presentation in PPT, PPTS or Keynote format.
14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
We have several poster opportunities available at this meeting. To be considered for a poster presentation, please register for the conference and upload your abstract when prompted to do so. You will be able to monitor the status of your abstract through your Fusion account and you will also receive an email if you are successful or unsuccessful.
Please use the abstract template provided (see below) and ensure your abstract is no longer than one page in length.
Our poster boards can accommodate a maximum poster size of A0 (1189H x 841W mm), portrait in orientation. Posters exceeding this size may not fit on the poster boards provided and therefore we may be unable to display your poster, so please kindly keep to these measurements.
Please bring your poster to registration and hand this to a member of the Fusion team. They will advise of your poster number and display your poster for you.
Your poster will remain on display for the duration of the conference, allowing presenters to take advantage of the refreshment breaks and free time for valuable networking opportunities, in addition to the official poster session.
Please check the programme and note the date and time of the poster session(s). Your poster will be judged during the poster session and prizes will be awarded at the Gala Dinner.
Posters will be taken down by the Fusion team and will be ready for collection at the Fusion desk on the final day of the conference.
Download Abstract Template14 Feb 2025 - 17 Feb 2025
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Chairs
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