Genomics Research Asia, 13-14 November 2012, Daejeon, South Korea

Genomics Research Asia, 13-14 November 2012, Daejeon, South Korea

 

http://selectbiosciences.com/conferences/index.aspx?conf=GRA2012

 

SelectBio is delighted to announce the 1st International Genomics Research Asia conference and exhibition.

Run in partnership with the TATAA Biocenter and Phile Korea, the event will focus on providing researchers with an in depth learning opportunity through a two track, two day conference programme full of international experts in the field. A selection of training courses will also be available, providing an opportunity to learn the practical applications of the tools and technologies being discussed throughout the conference.

The event will be staged at the Convention Center (DCC) in Daejeon, the center of biotechnology within Korea, and will feature an extensive exhibition of instrument suppliers showcasing the latest tools and technologies available to genomics researchers.

The Tracks:

Advances in qPCR & Next-Gen Sequencing  –

Our speakers will discuss the associated enhanced capabilities and improved cost-effectiveness that will further increase the accuracy, efficiency and accessibility of these well-defined techniques.

 

Keynote Speakers:

Stephen Bustin, Professor, Queen Mary University of London

Seiya Imoto, Associate Professor, University of Tokyo

Michael Pfaffl, Professor, Technical University of Munich

 

Agenda Topics

     ◆ Advances in qPCR 
            • Diagnosing Cancer with qPCR 
            • New qPCR Approaches 
            • qPCR Based Diagnostics 
            • Single Cell qPCR

     ◆ Next-Gen Sequencing 
            • Data Storage & Management 
            • NGS Analysis of Disease 
            • NGS Optimisation 
            • RNA-Seq

RNAi, miRNA and Epigenetics –

These relatively new areas of research are attracting immense interest from all members of the scientific community.  With such vast potential for these regulators of gene expression, Professor Tsuyoshi and Dr Nehrbass will be focusing on the mechanisms of regulation, developments of imprinting and screening, and the prospective delivery of therapeutics.

 

Keynote Speakers: 

Sung Hee Baek, Associate Professor, Seoul National University

Ulf Nehrbass, Director, Institut Pasteur Korea

Tsuyoshi Yokoi, Professor, Kanazawa University

 

Agenda Topics

     ◆ Epigenetics 
            • Chromatin Mechanisms in Epigenetics 
            • Epigenetics in Disease 
            • Imprinting Epigenetic Memory 
            • New Epigenetic Targets

     ◆ RNAi & miRNA 
            • Developing & Delivering RNAi Therapeutics 
            • Developments in RNAi Screening 
            • Regulating RNAs & siRNAs

Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities

 

Aaron Woodley, Exhibition Manager
a.woodley@selectbio.com
+44 (0)1787 315129

Other enquiries

k.shah@selectbio.com

+44 (0) 1787 315110

 

Registration

Now, when you buy one full priced delegate pass, you can share the experience with a colleague for FREE!

This promotion expires on 31^st December 2012, so be sure to register as soon as possible to take advantage!

Terms and Conditions apply.  Visit website for more information, and to register.

 

Venue

Daejeon Convention Center (DCC) 
4-19, 
Doryong-dong, Yuseong-gu 
Daejeon 
Korea

 

Visit the website for information on accommodation and travel .