The Metabolomics and Human Health 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.
Metabolomics continues to transform our understanding of biology by offering a direct and dynamic readout of physiological states. As the field rapidly evolves, emerging technologies, including high-resolution mass spectrometry, advanced computational tools, and large-scale data integration approaches, are revolutionizing our ability to decode metabolism across complex biological systems. In particular, the growing field of exposomics is expanding the scope of metabolomics beyond endogenous processes to capture the full spectrum of environmental, dietary, microbial, and lifestyle exposures that can shape human health. This year’s theme, “Decoding Metabolism at the Health-Disease-Environment Interface Through Emerging Technologies”, highlights how technological innovation is enabling deeper insights into the interplay between internal metabolism and external influences. From novel analytical platforms and AI-driven discovery pipelines to integrative multi-omics and longitudinal human studies, we will explore how these advances are reshaping our ability to link molecular signatures to health outcomes. Recognizing that human health and disease arise from complex interactions across biological and environmental systems, this GRS emphasizes integrative and systems-level approaches. By bridging metabolomics with other -omics technologies and exposomics frameworks, we aim to uncover new dimensions of biological function with translational and clinical relevance.
As with all GRS meetings, this seminar will prioritize pre-published work from trainees and early-career scientists, creating a collaborative space that encourages the free exchange of ideas and fosters connections that will shape the future of metabolomics research and its impact on human health.
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 November 22, 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.
