Conference Description
The Autophagy in Stress, Development and Disease GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
Autophagy is a vital cellular process with key roles in maintaining health and contributing to diseases such as cancer, infection, neurodegeneration, metabolic disorders, and aging. Recent advances have deepened our molecular understanding of autophagy, including cargo-selective mechanisms and the broader functions of autophagy proteins in lysosomal biology. As the field evolves, there is growing potential to explore how autophagy influences diverse disease states and to develop therapies that harness or inhibit this pathway. The 2026 Autophagy GRC will serve as a critical forum for uniting researchers studying core autophagy mechanisms with experts in cancer, aging, neurodegeneration, infectious disease, and development. This meeting will highlight emerging discoveries and foster collaboration across disciplines. We expect that insights shared at the conference will drive the development of new therapeutic approaches targeting autophagy-related diseases.
The conference will consist of nine sessions, on the topics listed below. The conference chair is currently developing their preliminary program, which will include the names of the invited speakers and discussion leaders for each of these sessions. The preliminary program will be available by June 18, 2025. Please check back for updates.
