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€1,118.0007 Oct - 10 Oct 2025
St. Julian's, Malta
Oscar Fernandez-Capetillo
Spanish National Cancer Center/ Karolinska Institute
Ian Hickson
University of Copenhagen
Early Bird - 01 May 2025 • Talk Submission - 01 May 2025 • Poster Submission - 14 Aug 2025 • Registration & Payment Deadline - 14 Aug 2025
The maintenance of genome integrity is critical for the suppression of several pathological disorders in humans, including cancer, infertility premature ageing, and neurodegeneration. Destabilization of the genome can occur as a result of several cell intrinsic or extrinsic factors, including errors arising during DNA replication or chromosome segregation, as well as exposure of cells to agents that induce DNA damage. In this conference, we aim to bring together scientists studying DNA replication & repair, chromosome segregation and cellular responses to DNA damage, such as cellular senescence, with those interested in how chromosomal instability can influence human pathology, with a special focus on aging and age-related pathologies. Moreover, we aim to show how high throughput and high content screening methods can be used as a discovery tool both for basic science applications and to identify potential therapeutic modalities.
Peter Baumann (Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz)
TELOMERASE AND THE RULE OF THREE
Ivana Bjedov (University College London)
Dan Durocher (Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute)
CIP2A-DEPENDENT CHROMOSOME STABILITY
Maria Ermolaeva (Leibniz Institute on Aging)
Daniele Fachinetti (Institut Curie)
CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF CENTROMERIC INSTABILITY
Daniel Gerlich (Institute of Molecular Biotechnology)
HOW COHESIN GUIDES HOMOLOGY SEARCH DURING DNA REPAIR
Jesus Gil (MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences)
CELLULAR SENESCENCE AS A THERAPEUTIC TARGET
Myriam Gorospe (National Institutes of Health)
Andrew Jackson (University of Edinburgh)
GENOME INTEGRITY DISORDERS: LESSONS FROM THE SMALLEST PEOPLE IN THE WORLD
Oscar Llorca (Spanish National Cancer Center)
CRYO-EM REVEALS HOW POXVIRUSES TARGET NHEJ PROTEINS
Niels Mailand (Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research)
Cristina Mayor-Ruiz (IRB Barcelona)
Juan Mendez (Spanish National Cancer Center)
Daniel Munoz-Espin (University of Cambridge)
Serena Nik-Zainal (University of Cambridge)
Andre Nussenzweig (National Institutes of Health)
GENOME INSTABILITY IN MITOTIC AND POSTMITOTIC CELLS
Mark O'Connor (AstraZeneca)
TARGETING REPLICATION STRESS IN CANCERS
KJ Patel (Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine (WIMM), University of Oxford)
Lorenza Penengo (Institute of Molecular Cancer Research)
UBIQUITIN SYSTEM IN GENOME STABILITY
Evi Soutoglou (University of Sussex)
Zuzana Storchova (University of Kaiserslautern-Landau)
David Vilchez (CECAD Research Center)
COLD TEMPERATURE DELAYS AGING AND PROTEOSTASIS COLLAPSE
This meeting will appeal to Molecular/Cell Biologists/Geneticists & Biochemists interested in genome stability. Researchers interested in the molecular basis of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and ageing and those with an interest in high throughput genetic and pharmacological screening methods will also find the conference highly relevant along with those wishing to exploit genome maintenance abnormalities in tumour cells for therapeutic benefit.
Chromosome instability is involved in several human diseases and is a feature of natural ageing. This conference will bridge fundamental studies on the mechanisms by which cells maintain genome stability with applications of these studies aimed at the development of new therapies. Hence, the conference will bridge basic biology and clinical applications in this rapidly advancing field. Attendees should be able to obtain a full picture of the current status of the field, as well as to interact with prominent research leaders driving the clinical application of the latest research.
Oscar Fernandez-Capetillo
Spanish National Cancer Center/ Karolinska Institute
Ian Hickson
University of Copenhagen
Peter Baumann
Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz
Ivana Bjedov
University College London
Dan Durocher
Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute
Maria Ermolaeva
Leibniz Institute on Aging
Daniele Fachinetti
Institut Curie
Daniel Gerlich
Institute of Molecular Biotechnology
Jesus Gil
MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences
Myriam Gorospe
National Institutes of Health
Andrew Jackson
University of Edinburgh
Oscar Llorca
Spanish National Cancer Center
Niels Mailand
Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Protein Research
Cristina Mayor-Ruiz
IRB Barcelona
Juan Mendez
Spanish National Cancer Center
Daniel Munoz-Espin
University of Cambridge
Serena Nik-Zainal
University of Cambridge
Andre Nussenzweig
National Institutes of Health
Mark O'Connor
AstraZeneca
KJ Patel
Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine (WIMM), University of Oxford
Lorenza Penengo
Institute of Molecular Cancer Research
Evi Soutoglou
University of Sussex
Zuzana Storchova
University of Kaiserslautern-Landau
David Vilchez
CECAD Research Center
Although the programme has not yet been released, we are able to confirm that the conference should begin no earlier than 14:00 with opening comments on Tuesday 07 October 2025. The conference will conclude no later than 12:30 on Friday 10 October 2025.
Ticket Type | Early Bird | Full Price |
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Single Choose this option if you will be attending the conference alone and wish to have your own private room. |
€2036 | €2132 |
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, or if you have an accompanying adult. |
€1733 | €1829 |
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' ticket option. |
€1118 | €1118 |
Addition Type | Adult | Child |
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Additional Person This is the cost for an additional adult or child to join you in the same room, for the conference period. Additional guests are not permitted access to the conference. If you wish to extend your stay, please see our 'Extra Night' prices. |
€520 | €7 |
Extra Night Prices for extra nights apply per person, per night. |
€267 | €0 |
All registration fees include 3 nights accommodation and meals during the conference period. Exact inclusions are detailed below.
Our registration fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:
- Conference registration
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (07,08,09 October 2025) on a single or shared basis.
- Buffet breakfast in Oceana restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Oceana restaurant with two soft drinks or juices, coffee/tea and water
- Buffet dinner in the in Oceana restaurant, plus two drinks vouchers (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, glass of house beer, or soft drink)
- BBQ Gala Dinner with three drink tickets (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, glass of house beer or soft drink)
- Two drink tickets during the poster session (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, glass of house beer or soft drink)
- Complimentary WIFI in both conference rooms and guest room
Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (07,09,10 October 2025) on a shared basis with a conference participant
- Buffet breakfast in Oceana restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Oceana restaurant with two soft drinks or juices, coffee/tea and water
- Buffet dinner in the in Oceana restaurant, plus two drinks vouchers (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, glass of house beer, or soft drink)
- BBQ Gala Dinner with three drink tickets (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, glass of house beer or soft drink)
- Complimentary WIFI in guest room
Important Note: Accompanying persons are not permitted access to the conference. Meals are only available during the times listed in the conference programme and accompanying guests must dine with the group.
Our accompanying child fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (07,08,09 October 2025) on a shared basis per adult
- Buffet breakfast in Oceana restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Oceana restaurant
- Buffet dinner in the in Oceana restaurant
- BBQ Gala Dinner
- Complimentary WIFI in guest room
Important Note: Meals are only available during the times listed in the conference programme and accompanying children must dine with the group. No beverages are included for children and must be paid on consumption.
Accompanying child fees are applicable for children aged 0-10 years. Children aged 11+ years are classified as an adult.
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 Emily for further information.
- 1 night’s accommodation for 1 person
- Buffet breakfast in Oceana restaurant
- Complimentary WIFI in your guest room
Important Note: Extra night child fees are applicable for children aged 0-11 years when accompanied by an adult. Children aged 11+ years are classified as an adult.
Speakers selected for short talks will be eligible for a registration grant to help offset part of their registration costs. To apply, please submit your abstract by 1st May 2025.
Please note, only successful applicants will be awarded the grant.
Hilton Malta
We are excited to be heading back to St. Julian’s as our Mediterranean destination for October 2025!
Located only 15 minutes from the ancient capital city of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hilton Malta is an oceanfront resort overlooking the stunning Portomaso Marina in St. Julian’s. With modern amenities, scenic views, and a tranquil atmosphere, it offers the perfect balance between professional functionality and easy access to local culture and history.
This is not an all-inclusive property, but our registration packages include a full food and beverage package during the conference period. Breakfast remains at leisure, however, the more intimate hotel setting allows us to host group lunches and dinners, providing an ideal environment for focused discussions, so attendees can continue to network and brainstorm outside of planned sessions.
For those who wish to stay extra nights either side of the conference, rates will be bed and breakfast only, so attendees have the freedom to explore local dining experiences and authentic cuisine.
Hotel facilities include;
• Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and throughout hotel and conference areas
• 4 Seasonal Outdoor Pools
• Spa with Indoor Swimming Pool
• Fitness Center and Tennis Court
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Bars
Venue Rating
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Address
Vjal Portomaso St Julian's PTM, 01, Malta
Nearest Airport
Malta International Airport
The Hilton Malta overlooks the stunning Portomaso Marina in St. Julian’s. This beautiful hotel is located only 15 minutes from the ancient capital city of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The hotel is approximately 20 minutes from Malta International Airport, the official airport of the Maltese Islands.
Taxis are available outside the airport, however we would strongly recommend you use one of the transport app providers below.
There are 3 options for booking transport with an app- Uber, Bolt and eCabs. They all operate in and around Malta, and the fares are generally cheaper than a taxi. The cost of transfers between Malta International Airport and the city of St Julians generally ranges from €15 to €20.
Local activity details will be announced here soon.
Group activities will be announced here soon.
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.
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 30 minutes 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.
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.
Displaying & Presenting Your Poster
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.
The DNA Research Network is an excellent platform to connect with fellow attendees and likeminded researchers prior to the conference.
The Linkedin Group is designed to bring 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.
If you are interested in this meeting but not yet ready to register, you can sign up for updates here and our team will keep you updated regarding deadline reminders and grant opportunities relating to this meeting only.
If you're interested in sponsoring this conference please contact us.
Conference Manager
Emily Meen
As a family run business, our dedication runs deep. We’re committed to each other and, even more so, to every attendee’s experience, delivering a level of care and passion that’s truly unmatched.