Conference Description
The Calcium Signaling GRS provides a unique forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers to present their work, discuss new methods, cutting edge ideas, and pre-published data, as well as to build collaborative relationships with their peers. Experienced mentors and trainee moderators will facilitate active participation in scientific discussion to allow all attendees to be engaged participants rather than spectators.
This meeting focuses on the basic science of calcium signaling with attention paid to cellular physiology. From the neuron to the cardiomyocyte, calcium homeostasis is critical to cell function and is regulated by a variety of shared mechanisms and signaling pathways. Critically, discussion topics and research presented will highlight advancements in our understanding of ion transport, regulation, and organelle function, allowing a variety of disciplines to unite under the umbrella of calcium signaling. The seminar includes an opening keynote followed by trainee-led Q and A, selected oral symposia, poster sessions, and a mentoring component, providing trainees with resources for scientific and professional development. Attendees leave well-equipped and are strongly encouraged to attend the following GRC and continue to grow as young investigators in the calcium signaling field.
Application Instructions
The seminar will feature approximately 10 talks and 2 poster sessions. All attendees are expected to actively participate in the GRS, either by giving an oral presentation or presenting a poster. Therefore, all applications must include an abstract.
The seminar chair will select speakers from abstracts submitted by March 1, 2026. Those applicants who are not chosen for talks and those who apply after the deadline to be considered for an oral presentation will be expected to present a poster. In order to participate, you must submit an application by the date indicated in the Application Information section above.
Program Format
Gordon Research Seminars are 2-day meetings which take place on the Saturday and Sunday just prior to the start of the associated GRC. The GRS opens with a 1-hour introductory session on Saturday afternoon, followed by a poster session, dinner and a 2-hour session in the evening. Sunday morning begins with breakfast and is followed by another 2-hour session, a second poster session, and lunch. A final 1-hour session takes place just after lunch, and the associated GRC begins later that evening.
