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Recombination, the process by which genetic material is exchanged between different molecules, is a fundamental mechanism in genetics. It plays a crucial role in generating genetic diversity, repairing DNA, and ensuring accurate chromosome segregation during meiosis. Advances in this field have significant implications for understanding evolution, improving crop yields, and developing treatments for genetic diseases. Current research in recombination focuses on several key questions, including the mechanisms of homologous recombination, the roles of proteins involved in recombination, and the ways cells ensure accuracy and efficiency during recombination events.
Research also delves into the determinants of recombination hotspots, such as genetic and epigenetic factors, and their impact on genome evolution and stability. Workers in the field focus on investigating how cells balance the need for genetic diversity with the maintenance of genomic integrity, the mechanisms for repairing errors introduced during recombination, and how different organisms manage recombination-induced DNA damage. The evolutionary implications of recombination, including its role in the evolution of new traits, species adaptation to environmental changes, and the factors driving the evolution of recombination rates, are also crucial areas of study.
Moreover, there are significant technological applications of recombination research. These include improving crop resistance and yield, developing gene therapy and personalized medicine, and advancing synthetic biology. Understanding the regulatory networks that control recombination during different stages of the cell cycle, how cells respond to inappropriate or excessive recombination, and the implications of dysregulated recombination for diseases like cancer is vital. This research, driven by molecular genetics, biochemistry, advanced imaging techniques, and computational models, not only addresses fundamental biological questions but also paves the way for practical applications in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology.
Andres Aguilera (CABIMER/ University of Seville)
INSIGHTS INTO THE ROLE OF RNA AND CHROMATIN IN RECOMBINATIONAL REPAIR
Simon Boulton (Francis Crick Institute)
MECHANISMS OF RECOMBINATION
Valerie Borde (Institute Curie)
REGULATION OF DNA SYNTHESIS DURING DOUBLE-STRAND BREAK REPAIR
Dana Branzei (IFOM ETS)
NEW INSIGHTS INTO DNA DAMAGE TOLERANCE CHOICE
Petr Cejka (Institute for Research in Biomedicine)
MECHANISM OF BRCA-1-BARD1 FUNCTION IN DNA END RESECTION AND DNA PROTECTION
Titia De Lange (Rockefeller University)
Bernard De Massy (Institute of Human Genetics Montpellier)
DNA DOUBLE-STRAND BREAK FORMATION DURING MEIOSIS
Pierre-Henri Gaillard (Cancer Research Centre Marseille)
Jim Haber (Brandeis University)
CHROMATIN MAINTENANCE DURING DNA REPAIR
Wolf-Dietrich Heyer (University of California, Davis)
Ian Hickson (University of Copenhagen)
SINGLE MOLECULE ANALYSIS OF BLOOM'S PROTEIN COMPLEX
Neil Hunter (University of California, Davis)
DISTINCT AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF SUMO REGULATE MEIOTIC RECOMBINATION
Maria Jasin (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
Roland Kanaar (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Scott Keeney (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
MECHANISM OF MEIOTIC RECOMBINATION INITIATION
Stephen Kowalczykowski (University of California, Davis)
Gaelle Legube (Univsersité Paul Sabatier)
Anna Malkova (University of Texas)
Joao Matos (University of Vienna)
Andre Nussenzweig (National Institutes of Health)
REPLICATION FORK STABILITY
Mark O'Connor (AstraZeneca)
Tanya Paull (University of Texas)
MECHANISMS OF DNA DOUBLE-STRAND BREAK PROCESSING
John Petrini (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
Akira Shinohara (Osaka University)
Evi Soutoglou (University of Sussex)
Patrick Sung (University of Texas)
Lorraine Symington (Columbia University)
Xiaolan Zhao (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
REGULATION OF RECOMBINATION INTERMEDIATES
Xiaodong Zhang (Imperial London College/ Francis Crick Institute)
This conference will appeal to PhD students, post-docs and group leaders working in the fields of recombination, meiosis, DNA repair and cancer. Academic and pharma researchers interested in DNA damage responses and cancer including their intersection with replication, transcription, epigenetics, cancer biology, and cancer drug discovery. The focus will be on the molecular mechanisms of homologous recombination and the interplay of damage responses and cancer biology.
This conference will bring together scientists working at the forefront of DNA recombination (both mitotic and meiotic), repair, replication, transcription, epigenetics, and cancer biology. Presentations will consider diverse cutting-edge methodologies and integrated approaches to investigate the fundamental mechanisms of recombination and repair, at the molecular, structural and cellular levels. The conference will showcase novel breakthrough advances and new developments in these areas. The inter-disciplinary nature of the conference will create strong synergies among participants and outstanding opportunities for exchanging information and developing new collaborations. The cross-disciplinary interactions will be invaluable in training young scientists to work in these and other emerging areas of science.
10 May 2025 - 14 May 2025
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Andres Aguilera
Cabimer
Simon Boulton
Francis Crick Institute
Valerie Borde
Institute Curie
Dana Branzei
IFOM ETS
Petr Cejka
Institute for Research in Biomedicine
Titia De Lange
Rockefeller University
Bernard De Massy
Institute of Human Genetics Montpellier
Pierre-Henri Gaillard
Cancer Research Centre Marseille
Jim Haber
Brandeis University
Wolf-Dietrich Heyer
University of California, Davis
Ian Hickson
University of Copenhagen
Neil Hunter
University of California, Davis
Maria Jasin
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Roland Kanaar
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Scott Keeney
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Stephen Kowalczykowski
University of California, Davis
Gaelle Legube
Univsersité Paul Sabatier
Anna Malkova
University of Texas
Joao Matos
University of Vienna
Andre Nussenzweig
National Institutes of Health
Mark O'Connor
AstraZeneca
Tanya T Paull
University of Texas
John Petrini
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Akira Shinohara
Osaka University
Evi Soutoglou
University of Sussex
Patrick Sung
University of Texas
Lorraine Symington
Columbia University
Xiaolan Zhao
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Xiaodong Zhang
Imperial London College/ Francis Crick Institute
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Although the programme has not yet been released, we are able to confirm that the main conference programme should begin no earlier than 13:00 with opening comments on 10 May 2025. The conference will conclude no later than 12:30 on 14 May 2025.
10 May 2025 - 14 May 2025
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| 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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€2019 | €2115 |
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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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€1686 | €1782 |
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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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€1193 | €1193 |
Adult
€695
Child
€0
Adult
€243
Child
€0
Our registration fees are inclusive of the following at Avra Imperial Hotel during the conference period only:
- Conference registration.
- 4 nights fixed accommodation (10, 11, 12, 13 May 2025) on a single or shared basis in a Deluxe Room with Garden View.
- Buffet breakfast at Basilico restaurant on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet lunch at Basilico restaurant with free flow soft drinks and mineral water on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet dinner at Basilico restaurant with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water on 10, 11, 12 May 2025.
- Gala buffet dinner at Blue Dong restaurant with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water on 13 May 2025.
- Daily coffee breaks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following at Avra Imperial Hotel during the conference period only:
- 4 nights fixed accommodation (10, 11, 12, 13 May 2025) on a shared basis with a conference participant in a Deluxe Room with Garden View.
- Buffet breakfast at Basilico restaurant on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet lunch at Basilico restaurant with free flow soft drinks and mineral water on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet dinner at Basilico restaurant with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water on 10, 11, 12 May 2025.
- Buffet gala dinner at Blue Dong restaurant with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water on 13 May 2025.
- 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 Avra Imperial Hotel during the conference period only:
- 4 nights fixed accommodation (10, 11, 12, 13 May 2025) on a shared basis with the parent/s in a Deluxe Room with Garden View, max 1 child per room.
- Buffet breakfast at Basilico restaurant on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet lunch at Basilico restaurant on 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 May 2025.
- Buffet dinner at Basilico restaurant on 10, 11, 12 May 2025.
- Gala buffet dinner at Blue Dong restaurant on 13 May 2025.
- Drinks for children are not included and will be charged on consumption at the time of dining.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Accompanying children up to and including the age of 12 years stay free of charge with an adult. Children aged 13 years and older are classified as an adult at Avra Imperial Hotel. The maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 1 child per room in a Deluxe Room with Garden View. If you wish to add more than 1 child to your booking, you will need to pay a supplement for a Family Room which has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults and 2 children. The supplement is €58 per night assuming 2 adults occupy the room, or €79 per night assuming 1 adult occupies the room. Please contact us if you wish to book a Family Room so we can check availability. 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 Felicity Harrap for further information.
Our extra night fees are inclusive of the following at Avra Imperial Hotel during the conference period only:
- 1 nights accommodation for 1 person in a Deluxe Room with Garden View.
- Buffet breakfast at Basilico restaurant.
- Buffet lunch at Basilico restaurant with free flow soft drinks and mineral water.
- Buffet dinner at Basilico restaurant with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: The extra night price is only applicable 3 nights pre/post the conference dates. If you wish to extend your stay further, this is possible to book via Fusion, but please contact Felicity Harrap for assistance and prices. Accompanying children up to and including the age of 12 years stay free of charge with an adult. Drinks for children are not included and will be charged on consumption at the time of dining. Children aged 13 years and older are classified as an adult at Avra Imperial Hotel. The maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 1 child per room in a Deluxe Room with Garden View. If you wish to add more than 1 child to your booking, you will need to pay a supplement for a Family Room which has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults and 2 children. The supplement is €58 per night assuming 2 adults occupy the room, or €79 per night assuming 1 adult occupies the room per night, per room. Please contact us if you wish to book a Family Room so we can check availability.
Prices and hotel availability are subject to change without notice.
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Bringing together the global community of researchers and scientists interested in the study of DNA. Relevant specialties are wide-ranging, reflecting the importance of DNA Research in many aspects of health and disease, including; DNA Repair, DNA Replication, DNA Damage, Cancer, Chromosomal Instability, RNA and Nucleic Acids.
The group is open to all and is intended as a networking forum for past, present and future participants of Fusion Conferences as well as those interested in the related topics.
10 May 2025 - 14 May 2025
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The Avra Imperial Hotel is situated on the picturesque bay of Kolymbari, 23km west of Chania, in Crete. Located next to the beautiful beach of Kolymbari, awarded with the EU Blue Flag, set amongst 65,000m² of fragrant lush gardens and surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters of the Cretan sea with stunning views over the semi-mountainous peninsula, this makes for a wonderful setting for this conference.
With top class facilities including impressive swimming pools, five excellent restaurants and four vibrant bars, sports & leisure facilities, crèche & children’s club, shops, plus a rejuvenating and uniquely designed spa, there is plenty to occupy your free time whether you choose to relax and stay within the hotel or decide to venture further afield and see what Crete has to offer.
The themed Gala Night takes place on the penultimate evening of the conference with a mouth-watering feast of local cuisine, a bar and amazing local entertainment. We welcome all delegates and their accompanying persons to the Gala Night – a truly fun filled night not to be missed!
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Euro (EUR)
Address
Kolymbari 73006 Chania Crete Greece.
Nearest Airport
Chania International Airport
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Hotel facilities include:
Situated 23km west of Chania, Avra Imperial Hotel is positioned in the village of Kolymbari (or Kolimbari, Kolymvari), a true Cretan seaside village, surrounded by olive goves, located on the corner formed between the northern coastline of western Crete and the Rodopos peninsula stretching towards north. The waterfront and the jetty of the new harbor, that encloses the oldest small harbor with fishing boats, is ideal for a stroll in the afternoon, overlooking the blue of the sea, on one side, and on the other, the hills and the mountains of Rodopos peninsula, rising behind the house roofs.
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There are two main airports in Crete:
Chania International Airport is located 39km from the Avra Imperial Chania, approximately 40 minutes journey time.
Heraklion International Airport is located 162.5 km from the hotel and the journey time is approximately 2hrs 15min.
There are frequent daily flights to and from the UK and Europe to both airports. If travelling from the USA, most flights are scheduled via Athens with an inter-connecting flight on to Chania International / Heraklion international.
The taxi rank is located outside the terminal building, however, during busy periods, it is recommended you pre-book your airport transfer to avoid long waiting times.
There are various suppliers that offer pre-booked airport transfer to and from both Chania and Heraklion airports. Please find details of a few that we are aware of below. However, should you require further information, or would like to make a booking, please contact the company directly. Pre-booked transportation prices vary from €57 (up to 4 people) from Chania International Airport to the Avra Imperial Hotel and €180 (up to 4 people) from Heraklion Airport to the Avra Imperial Hotel. Rates are based on a single journey; discounts may be available for a pre-booked return trip:
Crete Lux Travel
Contact Email: info@creteluxtravel.com
Website: https://creteluxtravel.com/
Taxi Limo Chania
Contact Email: info@taxilimochania.gr
Website: https://taxilimochania.gr
Chania Taxi & Van
Contact Email: info@taxivan-chania.gr
Website: http://www.taxivan-chania.gr/
Edem Travel
Contact Email: info@edemtravel.gr
Website: https://www.edemtravel.gr/
Crete Taxi Van
Contact Email: info@cretetaxivan.gr
Website: https://www.cretetaxivan.gr
**Any bookings and transactions made with the above suppliers are the sole responsibility of the individual.
10 May 2025 - 14 May 2025
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Chania is one of the prettiest towns on the island of Crete, with its cobbled streets filled with shops selling clothes, ceramics, and local artworks, and restaurants and cafes overlooking the Venetian harbour, but if you fancy venturing further afield, we have listed a few suggestions below.
The Old Port
Dating from the 14th century, the old harbour is ringed by a promenade lined with seafood eateries and cafés. As you wander to the east of the old harbour, you'll pass by the small mosque, erected by the Ottoman Turks after they took Chania in 1645. Today it serves as a small art gallery. Beyond the mosque stand the arsenals, where the Venetians repaired their galleys. There is also a yachting marina.
Walk the Seawall to the Lighthouse
One of the best views of the old port and Chania's old town can be found by taking a stroll along the Venetian seawall to the 19th-century lighthouse. The walk takes about 15 minutes one way, at a leisurely pace. This walk will also take you by some of the main sights in the old port, including the Yiali Tzami mosque and the Venetian arsenals. Although the lighthouse is not open to visitors, you can still climb the set of stairs to the first level.
Maritime Museum of Crete
The museum traces Crete's centuries-old relationship with the sea, from the Minoans, through the Byzantine, Venetian, and Turkish periods, to arrive at the German invasion of the island during WWII. Spread over two floors, the collection includes video presentations, amazing models of ships, paintings, photos, and nautical equipment
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Chania's history dates back millennia to somewhere around 2200 BC, when the Minoans founded the ancient city-state of Kydonia on this same spot. You will be able to view archeological finds from western Crete dating from Neolithic times through to the Roman era, with a vast array of ceramics, painted burial urns, gold jewellery, and clay tablets with inscriptions to name a few.
Botanic Park & Gardens of Crete
Crete is well known for growing olives and grapes, but also farms tropical fruits, such as avocados and bananas. In this carefully tended park, at the foot of the White Mountains, you can follow a two-kilometer path that will take you through a garden planted with exotic flowers and fruit trees from all over the world. Sit in a shady spot to take in the wonderful aroma of the fragrant herbs or visit the café-restaurant where they serve Cretan dishes prepared with the park’s own seasonal produce.
The Monasteries of Akrotiri Peninsula
The rocky peninsula of Akrotiri, 10 kilometres east of Chania, is home to three monasteries; Agia Triada, Gouverneto and Katholiko, each one set in beautiful surroundings with unique characteristics.
Day Trip to Hike the Samaria Gorge
For the adventurers among you, take a day trip to hike the Samaria Gorge, the longest of Crete’s deep cut gorges at 18 kilometres. You can do the hike independently or as part of an organised trip, which is highly recommended as the hike is quite complex and challenging. This is a one-way hike, so you need to consider transport back to your starting point before embarking on this activity. Entrance to the gorge is at the village of Omalós, 42 kilometres south of Chania. The hike is almost all downhill, with the gorge opening out to the sea at the village of Ayía Rouméli, with a black-sand beach where you can swim at the end of your hike to cool you down.
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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.
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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.
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Recombination, the process by which genetic material is exchanged between different molecules, is a fundamental mechanism in genetics. It plays a crucial role in generating genetic diversity, repairing DNA, and ensuring accurate chromosome segrega...
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