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9th Nucleic Acids Conference
#NucleicAcids
24 Jul - 27 Jul 2027
Lisbon, Portugal
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David Lilley
University of Dundee
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Sua Myong
Boston Children's Hospital
Early Bird - 25 Jan 2027 • Talk Submission - 25 Jan 2027 • Poster Submission - 26 Apr 2027 • Registration & Payment Deadline - 26 Apr 2027
Synopsis
Nucleic acids lie at the core of gene expression and genetic regulation in all cells. DNA encodes the cell's genetic blueprint, must be replicated with unprecedented fidelity, and has multiple mechanisms to repair any damage incurred. RNA is the worker bee of genetics to the DNA's queen. RNA is transcribed, spliced, covalently modified and processed in many ways. RNA is also the basis of many cellular control processes, and systems like CRISPR-Cas can be exploited to perform powerful gene editing.
The focus of this conference is the mechanisms that underly these processes. We want to get under the hood and figure out just how the nuts and bolts work at the molecular level. We take a consistently structural and mechanistic approach to studying processes like replication, transcription and splicing, supported by high-throughput methods, bioinformatics and single-molecule experiments.
Confirmed Invited Speakers
James Berger (Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine)
Peter Cherepanov (Francis Crick Institute)
Taekjip Ha (Boston Children's Hospital)
Philipp Holliger (MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology)
Andrei Korostelev (Umass Chan Medical School)
Huilin Li (Van Andel Institute)
Yue Wan (Genome Institute of Singapore, A*STAR)
Wei Yang (NIH)
Key Topics
In this Nucleic Acid Conference, the central theme will be to understand processes involving DNA and RNA at the molecular and chemical level, with a strong structural and mechanistic perspective. We plan to have an up-to-date discussion of the following:
- DNA replication in the context of chromatin and telomere
- DNA repair and recombination
- Transcription and splicing
- RNA structure and function
- Translation and post-translation modification
- Gene editing
- High-throughput methods and AI-assisted nucleic acid research
- RNA therapeutics
Confirmed Speakers
Chairs
David Lilley
University of Dundee
Sua Myong
Boston Children's Hospital
Invited Speakers
James Berger
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Peter Cherepanov
Francis Crick Institute
Taekjip Ha
Boston Children's Hospital
Philipp Holliger
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Andrei Korostelev
Umass Chan Medical School
Huilin Li
Van Andel Institute
Yue Wan
Genome Institute of Singapore, A*STAR
Wei Yang
NIH
Programme
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 Saturday 24 July 2027. The conference will conclude no later than 12:30 on Tuesday 27 July 2027.
Registration Prices
| Ticket Type | Early Bird | Full Price |
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Student Choose this option if you are a student. Please note all students will be paired with another attendee if a room sharer is not specified. Both same-sex and mixed accommodation options available. If you wish to have your own room, please register under the 'Single' ticket option. |
€1153 | €1153 |
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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 (same-sex and mixed accommodation options available), or if you have an accompanying adult. |
€2222 | €2323 |
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Single Choose this option if you will be attending the conference alone and wish to have your own private room. |
€2434 | €2535 |
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. |
€749 | €268 |
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Extra Night Prices for extra nights apply per person, per night. |
€210 | €32 |
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 Dolce CampoReal during the conference period only:
- Conference registration.
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (24, 25, 26 July 2027) on a single or shared basis.
- Buffet breakfast in Manjapão restaurant.
- Buffet lunch in Manjapão restaurant with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- Buffet dinner in Manjapão restaurant with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- BBQ Gala Dinner at Garden Terrace with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- Two drink vouchers during the poster session (can be exchanged for a glass of house wine, beer or soft drink).
- Daily coffee breaks.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
What's Included in our Accompanying Adult Fees?
Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following at Dolce CampoReal during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (24, 25, 26 July 2027) on a shared basis with a conference participant.
- Buffet breakfast in Manjapão restaurant.
- Buffet lunch in Manjapão restaurant with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- Buffet dinner in Manjapão restaurant with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- BBQ Gala Dinner at Garden Terrace with soft drinks, beer and wine.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Additional Information
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.
What's Included in our Accompanying Child Fees?
Our accompanying child fees are inclusive of the following at Dolce CampoReal during the conference period only:
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (24, 25, 26 July 2027) on a shared basis with the parent/s.
- Buffet breakfast in Manjapão restaurant.
- Buffet lunch with soft drinks in Manjapão restaurant.
- Buffet dinner with soft drinks in Manjapão restaurant.
- Gala Dinner with soft drinks at Garden Terrace.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
- A crib (0-3 years old) or roll out bed (4-17 years old).
Additional Information
Accompanying child fees are applicable for children aged 4-12 years.
Children aged 0-3 years stay free of charge, please contact us so we can adjust the invoices relating to your child/children.
Children aged 13+ years are considered an adult. If accompanying 2 adults and staying in the same room, the room is considered triple occupancy and the addition of the child aged 13-17 years can be considered at a slightly lower accompanying adult rate of €616. If accompanying 1 adult and staying in the same room, the standard accompanying adult rate would apply.
Please kindly ensure your child/children are supervised at all times during conference and related events. Childcare services may be available, please contact Rosie for further information.
What's Included in our Extra Night Fees?
- 1 night’s accommodation for 1 person.
- Buffet breakfast in Manjapão restaurant.
- Complimentary WIFI throughout the hotel.
Additional Information
Extra night child fees are applicable for children aged 4-12 years, on a shared basis with the parent/s.
Children aged 0-3 years stay free of charge, please contact us so we can adjust the invoices relating to your child/children.
Children aged 13+ years are considered an adult. If accompanying 2 adults and staying in the same room, the room is considered triple occupancy and the addition of the child aged 13+ years can be considered at a slightly lower extra night rate of €88. If accompanying 1 adult and staying in the same room, the standard extra night adult rate would apply.
Prices and hotel availability are subject to change without notice.
Venue & Location
Dolce CampoReal Lisboa
The Dolce CampoReal Lisboa is nestled in the scenic region of Torres Vedras, just 30minutes from the city of Lisbon. Set among the rolling hills and vineyards in the countryside, the hotel offers a focused and peaceful environment for conference sessions, whilst still only a short drive away from the hustle and bustle of the city, so attendees can take advantage of all Lisbon has to offer during free time.
The venue has modern, flexible meeting spaces, and due to its smaller size, we are able to offer group dining experiences on each of the conference days, so ideas can continue to be exchanged in a relaxed and informal setting after sessions conclude. For those who need or wish to travel with family, a dedicated kids club and family friendly activities ensure you can balance both work and play.
Outside of sessions, the hotel itself boasts a golf course, tennis courts and wellness facilities for both relaxation and recreation, and the surrounding area is perfect for scenic hikes or nature walks. With the venue nestled in one of Portugal’s renowned wine regions, delegates often enjoy visiting local vineyards for a wine tasting experience during free time.
The blend of both professional and personal experiences make it the perfect setting to reconnect with colleagues, relax with family, and fuel productive conversations to drive research forward.
General Information
Conference Currency
Euro (EUR)
Address
R. do Campo (Campo Real) 2565-770 Portugal
Nearest Airport
Lisbon Portela Airport
Hotel Facilities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and throughout hotel and conference areas
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi
- Spa
- Gym
- Golf course
- 2 Tennis courts
Location
The Dolce CampoReal Lisboa is nestled between the vineyards and the extraordinary landscape of the Socorro and Archeira Mountains.
Lisbon is only a short 30-minute drive away. The Portuguese capital is constantly recognised as one of the greatest cities in the world, a claim confirmed by the “Lonely Planet Guides", who named Lisbon one of the world’s top 10 cities. Lisbon in one of the world’s oldest cities, predating the likes of London, Rome and Paris by hundreds of years. Hillsides covered in tumbledown houses and a mix of baroque and neoclassical buildings, including cathedrals and palaces, make up Lisbon’s skyline. The city is a combination of old and new, with beautiful modern buildings constructed near renovated historical landmarks and ruins.
Transportation
Dolce CampoReal Lisboa, Torres Vedras is approximately a 30-minute journey from Lisbon Portela Airport.
Taxis
Taxis are available outside the airport, but we would strongly recommend you pre-book your airport transfer with one of the many private transfer companies that are available. The Dolce CampoReal Lisboa is located outside of the city zone and a pre-booked transfer will be a cheaper option than a taxi taken from the airport taxi rank.
Uber also operate in and around Lisbon and there are other Portuguese taxi-hailing apps such as Bolt, MyTaxi, TaxisLisboa and Coop Taxis, all offering reasonable rates.
Pre-booked Airport Transfers
Should you wish to pre-book a taxi transfer from the airport, details will be released soon for our recommended transfer suppliers.
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
There are various on-site activities available. These include:
- Indoor and 2 outdoor swimming pools
- Fitness centre, available 24h
- Tennis courts
- Donald Steel designed Golf Course – 18 holes Par 72
- Mandalay Wellness & Spa with 7 treatment rooms
- Kids Club – The hotel will provide details of daily activities for children
- Center “Clube Aventura” for outdoor activities such as Giant Balls, Aquaball, Stand Up Paddle, Archery, Slackline, Water Slide
**Please note, there may be a charge to participate in some of the above activities.
Should you have time to venture off-site, the Oeste Region and Torres Vedras have a distinctive cultural heritage, rich history, 20 km of coastal area, and a commitment to environmental awareness, accessibility and biodiversity. Below are a few suggestions:
- Monastery of Alcobaça, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Historical route of the lines of Torres Vedras
- Day trip to Óbidos
- Royal Palace and Convent of Mafra
- Tapada Nacional de Mafra
- Mountain biking along the Santa Cruz to Torres Vedras Loop
- Birdwatching at the Tajus Estuary Nature Reserve
- Jeep tours in and around Torres Verdras
Submitting an Abstract
There are several presentation opportunities available at this meeting, in both talk and poster form. To be considered for either option, please register for the conference, upload your abstract when prompted to do so, and select your preferred presentation method. Once submitted, you will be able to monitor the status of your abstract through your Fusion account. You will also receive an email to confirm the outcome of your abstract review.
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.
Note: talk slots are limited for each conference, and we often receive more submissions than spaces available. If your talk submission is unsuccessful on this occasion, your abstract will automatically be considered for a poster presentation as an alternative.
Accepted for a Short Talk
If you are accepted for a Short Talk, we recommend you check our website regularly as the conference approaches for programme updates, these will be released under the ‘Programme’ tab in the navigation panel to the left.
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 to ensure a smooth and timely transition between presenters, however, if you prefer to use your own laptop, please notify AV prior to the session. A HDMI cable is usually available on the podium to accommodate this.
Our AV technician will run through microphone options and provide a combined slide advancer and laser pointer ahead of your talk.
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, and our Session Chairs will assist with keeping everyone to time.
Please make sure your presentation adheres to the following guidelines:
Aspect Ratio: On Screen Show (16:9)
File Type: PPT, PPTS or Keynote format.
Accepted for a Poster Presentation
We recommend bringing your poster along with you to the conference as our venues do not have onsite printing facilities. If you wish to independently source local printing, please feel free to do so – the hotel address can be found under the ‘Venue’ tab if needed.
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.
Upon arrival to the conference, the Fusion team will give you instructions for displaying your poster. Your poster will remain on display for the duration of the conference, allowing presenters to take advantage of refreshment breaks and free time for valuable networking opportunities, in addition to the dedicated 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(s) and prizes will be awarded at the Gala Dinner.
Posters will be taken down by the Fusion team and can be collected on the final day of the conference.
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