Conference Description
The Mammalian Reproduction 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.
The Mammalian Reproduction Gordon Research Seminar is a trainee focused seminar in which graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and veterinary and medical residents/fellows present their original discoveries in the field of mammalian reproduction. This meeting aims to provide opportunities for attendees to discuss their ideas and cutting-edge techniques as well as build collaborative relationships with their peers. Recent breakthroughs in mammalian reproductive science span from technological innovations, including the use of AI and robotics in reproductive technologies, to scientific findings related to in vitro gamete and embryo development, epigenetic heritance, the reproductive tract microbiome and the development of contraceptives, among others. These findings hold real potential to transform human health, reproductive rights, and policy making and highlight the commitment of the scientific community with reproductive science communication to society. The 2026 seminar will include a keynote presentation discussing the importance of effectively translating reproductive science research for a broader audience and a mentorship panel of experts in mammalian reproduction with active commitment to science outreach through different platforms with the aim of discussing strategies and resources for young scientist to increase their skills in science communication. Participants are strongly encouraged to also attend the associated Gordon Research Conference.
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 May 3, 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.
