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2nd Genome Regulation through RNA Conference
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$1,161.0004 Mar - 07 Mar 2026
Playa Mujeres, Mexico
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Roberto Bonasio
University of Pennsylvania
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Alessandro Gardini
The Wistar Institute
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Kavitha Sarma
The Wistar Institute
Early Bird - 04 Sep 2025 • Talk Submission - 04 Sep 2025 • Poster Submission - 04 Dec 2025 • Registration & Payment Deadline - 04 Dec 2025
Synopsis
The conference program covers how RNA and RNA-dependent machineries regulate chromatin landscape, gene expression, and genome architecture during normal development and in disease states. With a focus on high-throughput and systems biology approaches, this conference is a venue to learn about emerging technologies in the field and how they are being used to gain deep mechanistic insights into genome regulation.
With recent evidence that RNA-protein interactions regulate gene expression, facilitate DNA repair, and play roles in genome organization, we aim to bring together scientists working on these distinct fields and provide a forum for discussion and exchange of scientific ideas and technologies which will advance all these research areas. We will also have opportunities to learn from biotech industry leaders on how RNA biology is making its way into new diagnostics tools and therapeutic applications. The majority of talks will be selected from submitted abstracts.
Key Sessions
- Biogenesis of noncoding RNAs and their role in genome regulation
- Regulatory RNA structures
- RNA-dependent regulation of transcriptional machineries
- Modulating the epigenome
- New genomic technologies
- Emerging roles of RNA in genome integrity
- Nuclear organization
- Functional implications of RNA modifications
- Transposable elements and gene expression
Target Audience
We target a broad audience, from both academia and industry, with interests in many biological processes including epigenetics, DNA repair, transcription, and genome organization, where there is evidence for RNA playing a key role. To encourage participation from attendees from all career levels, the majority of talks will be chosen from submitted abstracts.
Educational Need
Scientists interested in genome regulation and RNA-based mechanisms in biology are often partitioned into different sub-fields and lack opportunities to exchange ideas and foster collaborative projects. This conference provides attendees with a unique opportunity to interact with a varied scientific community. We have speakers from both academia and industry which will provide trainees with opportunities to learn how the scientific process occurs in these two distinct settings. In addition, the networking sessions will provide a stage for career discussions.
Confirmed Speakers
Chairs
Roberto Bonasio
University of Pennsylvania
Alessandro Gardini
The Wistar Institute
Kavitha Sarma
The Wistar Institute
Programme
Although the programme has not yet been released, we are able to confirm that the main conference programme should begin no earlier than 14:00 with opening comments on Wednesday 04 March 2026, and conclude no later than 12:30 on Saturday 07 March 2026.
Registration Prices
| 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. |
$2376 | $2477 |
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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, or if you have an accompanying adult. |
$2014 | $2115 |
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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' ticket option. |
$1161 | $1161 |
Additional Prices
| 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. |
$939 | $269 |
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Extra Night Prices for extra nights apply per person, per night. |
$410 | $83 |
All registration fees include 3 nights accommodation and meals during the conference period. Exact inclusions are detailed below.
What's Included in our Registration Fees?
Our registration fees are inclusive of the following at SLS Playa Mujeres during the conference period only:
- Conference registration.
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (04, 05, 06 March 2026) on a single or shared basis in a Delight King or Queen 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 dinner with an open bar.
- Room service.
- In-room minibar replenished daily with drinks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Shared rooms may consist of either two queen beds or, one king and one queen sofa bed.
What's Included in our Accompanying Adult Fees?
Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following at SLS Playa Mujeres during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (04, 05, 06 March 2026) on a shared basis with a conference participant in a Delight King or Queen 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 dinner with an open bar.
- Room service.
- In-room minibar replenished daily with drinks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Accompanying guests are not permitted access to the conference.
What's Included in our Accompanying Child Fees?
Our accompanying child fees are inclusive of the following at SLS Playa Mujeres during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (04, 05, 06 March 2026) on a shared basis with the parent/s in a Delight King or Queen room, maximum capacity 4 adults per room.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner available at restaurants according to their operational hours.
- Unlimited soft drinks available at restaurants and bars according to their operational hours.
- Gala dinner with soft drinks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: Accompanying child fees are applicable for children aged 4-11 years. Children 3 years or younger stay free of charge with a parent. Children aged 12 years and older are classified as an adult at this venue (SLS Playa Mujeres). 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 Chloe for further information.
What's Included in our Extra Night Fees?
Our extra night fees are inclusive of the following at SLS Playa Mujeres:
- 1 night’s accommodation for 1 person in a Delight King or Twin 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.
- Room service.
- In-room minibar replenished daily with drinks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Important Note: If you wish to extend your stay more than 1 night pre/post conference, this is possible to book via Fusion, but please contact Chloe for assistance and prices. Extra night child fees are applicable for children aged 4-11 years. Children 3 years or younger stay free of charge with a parent. Children aged 12 years and older are classified as an adult at this venue (SLS Playa Mujeres).
Prices and hotel availability are subject to change without notice.
Venue & Location
SLS Playa Mujeres
SLS Playa Mujeres is a luxury all-inclusive resort located in the beautiful Playa Mujeres area near Cancun, Mexico. The newly built hotel has a contemporary design and an upscale/chic atmosphere. The hotel features stylish and spacious accommodation, offering modern amenities and private balconies. Guests can enjoy a range of gourmet dining options, activities and facilities within the all-inclusive package including; 4 swimming pools, a secluded private beach, 18 bars/restaurants, 24 hour room service, kids and teens club, outdoor adventure course and splash zone, fitness centre, group fitness classes and non-motorized water sports.
General Information
Venue Rating
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
Address
Supermanzana 3 Manzana 1, 77400 Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Nearest Airport
Cancun International Airport
Hotel Facilities
18 restaurants/bars
4 swimming pools
Private beach
Water park
Non-motorized watersports
Daily resort activities
Kids/teens club
Nightly entertainment
24 hour room service
Fitness center
Location
Mexico is a delightful combination of natural beauty, islands, ecological reserves and white sandy beaches. However, besides sun, sand and sea, this destination also offers an infinite variety of underwater activities to choose from: the diving, snorkelling and fishing here are outstanding and you will find an undersea world packed with tropical fish that live on the second largest barrier reef in the world. Sports enthusiasts might choose one of the many eco-tourism activities, such as cycling or hiking through the tropical forest or kayaking through mangroves, or something a little more adventuresome, like zip lining through the treetops.
Apart from the more well-known ancient Mayan archealogical sites such as Tulum, Cobá and Chichén Itzá you may like to visit the Aktun Chen caverns, voted one of the Top 10 underwater walks by National Geographic described as a truly magical experience.
Transportation
Cancun International Airport is approximately 35 minutes from SLS Playa Mujeres. Unlike other airports, Cancun airport transfer services must be pre-arranged. To obtain safe, licensed and bilingual transportation services please ensure you book your arrival and return transportation online with an authorised transportation company prior to your arrival to ensure a smooth journey without delays.
If you wish to share a return transfer to the airport then we would suggest waiting and organising this on-site at the hotel. The hotel have registered taxis readily available, you simply need to speak to the concierge on the day of your departure (approx $56 to Cancun International Airport). This will allow attendees to share return transfers with others who have similar flight times.
Private Transportation Companies
There are many alternative transportation companies operating in the Cancun area who will be able to provide a quotation for your trip. The following companies are well reviewed on Trip Advisor and quotations can be obtained and bookings can be made directly via their websites.
Amstar
Transportation is the sole responsibility of the delegate. Please ensure you conduct your own research and double check your booking details ahead of your arrival. Fusion Conferences are unable to assist with or confirm transportation bookings due to insurance limitations. Thank you for your understanding.
Local Activities
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Conference Manager
Laura Trundle
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