Endosomes and Lysosomes in Action Across Cells, Tissues and Disease States

The conference will focus on recent advances on understanding dynamics within the endo-lysosomal system from cells to tissues. Highlights will be given on machineries and mechanisms regulating the endocytic system, lysosomes and autophagy. The architectural organization and function of endo-lysosomes will be presented and discussed in the context of several physiological processes. Several topics will be dedicated towards understanding how these organelles and underlying machineries dysfunction in disease states such as lysosomal disorders, neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. Prior to, and in association with, the Gordon Research Conference, there will be a Gordon Research Seminar (GRS) on Lysosomes and Endocytosis for students and post-doctoral researchers organized by two young chairs mentored by two senior researchers. Junior researchers will present their work to each other in talks and posters. The GRS provides an excellent opportunity to develop collaborations and scientific relationships with peers prior to the arrival of more senior investigators.