Past Conference

Interventions in Aging

Understanding mechanisms and the promise of extending human healthspan

Date

02 Feb - 05 Feb 2015

Location

Cancun, Mexico

Early Bird - Expired  •  Talk Submission - Expired  •  Poster Submission - Expired  •  Registration & Payment Deadline - Expired

Synopsis

The first in the series of the Intervention in Aging Fusion conferences.

A plethora of genetic, dietary and pharmacological interventions can extend healthy lifespan in laboratory animals, and can delay or ameliorate diverse aging-related diseases. Many of the signalling pathways involved are evolutionarily conserved, and are starting to be implicated in human aging. This raises the intriguing possibility of performing preventative medicine against the chronic diseases of our time by targeting the main risk factor for all of them, namely aging. Two important current challenges in the field are (1) to understand the downstream pathways by which longevity interventions combat age-related loss of function and pathology, and (2) to translate the findings into the extension of human healthspan.

Target Audience

This interdisciplinary meeting will address the above two challenges in depth, with participation from basic scientists, physicians and pharmacology experts.  

Key Sessions

  1. Pharmacological manipulation
  2. Nutrition
  3. Proteostasis
  4. Muscle and health during aging
  5. Sensory and systemic effects on aging
  6. Signalling pathways and aging

2015 Interventions in Aging Poster Prize

The conference chairs will be awarding 3 poster prizes for the best poster display and presentation. To be in with a chance of winning, submit your poster by 21 November 2014. The winners will be selected shortly after the Poster Session and each winner will receive a $250 cheque!

Confirmed Plenary Speakers

Professor Andrew Dillin
University of California, Berkeley
Dr. Claudio Hetz
Universidad de Chile
Dr. Valter Longo
University of Southern California
Professor Blake Rasmussen
University of Texas Medical Branch
Professor David Sinclair
Harvard Medical School

Confirmed Invited Speakers

Dr. Rozalyn Anderson
University of Wisconsin
Dr. Anne Brunet
Stanford School of Medicine
Dr. Cheryl Conover
Mayo Clinic
Dr. Luigi Fontana
Washington University, St. Louis
Professor Malene Hansen
Sanford Burnham Medical Research Institute
Professor Heinrich Jasper
Buck Institute for Research on Aging
Dr. James L. Kirkland
Mayo Clinic
Dr. William Mair
Harvard University
Dr. Joan Mannick 
Novartis
Dr. Coleen Murphy
Princeton University
Dr. Nicolas Musi
The University of Texas Health Science Center
Dr. Michael Petrascheck 
The Scripps Research Institute
Dr. Scott Pletcher
University of Michigan
Dr. Michael Polymenis
Texas A&M University
Professor Stephen Simpson 
The University of Sydney
Prof. Dr. Eline Slagboom 
Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum
Dr. Randy Strong
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Dr. Yousin Suh
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Professor Jessica Tyler
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Meng Wang 
Baylor College of Medicine

Confirmed Speakers

Invited Speakers

Programme

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Venue & Location

Fiesta Americana Condesa

This stylish hotel features contemporary Mexican architecture, including one of the largest and most impressive thatched-roof "palapas" in the entire country. There are cultural activities, arts and crafts and sports programs to keep you constantly entertained, plus time to relax and enjoy the Mayan culture, soak up the Caribbean sunshine and revel in the international ambiance that settles in after the sun goes down.

Throughout your stay delegates will enjoy a full meal plan, inclusive of beverages. Take your pick from the aromatic Asian delights at Kaumbu, traditional fare at El Mexicano, delicious international cuisine at Kalmia Buffet or perhaps sample the sumptuous Italian dishes at Rosato. There are also several other dining opportunities such as the Cevichería, Pizzeria, Sushi Corner, pool and lounge bar areas. The Gala Night with either a Mayan or Caribbean theme takes place on the third evening of the conference with a mouth-watering feast of local cuisine, an open 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!

Hotel Facilities

  • Lagoon Pool
  • Extensive Health Club and Spa
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and throughout hotel and conference areas

The Fiesta Americana Condesa, Cancun is the 2015 Winner of the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence and also received the Travellers Choice Award in 2014. 

The remains of ancient Mayan cities are scattered throughout the Yucatan Peninsula and no trip to Cancun would be complete without a visit to these majestic temples and pyramids set amongst lush tropical vegetation. We will be working very closely with a reputable tour company who will be organising trips to Tulum, Chichen Itza, Coba and Xcaret  to name a few, some of which may require a full day. Full day excursions will be arranged pre or post conference and may be on an individual or group booking so we would recommend booking extra nights to extend your stay as early as possible to avoid disappointment should these excursions be of interest to you and/or your party. For further information please contact us.

General Information

Venue Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Address

Fiesta Americana Condesa, Blvd.Kukulkán km 16.5 Zona Hotelera, Cancun, 77500 Mexico

Nearest Airport

Cancun International Airport

Location

Cancun 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.

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Jack Peters

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