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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Synopsis

The germline provides an eternal cellular link between generations and is the source of genetic diversity and evolution of animal populations. In addition, perturbations in the epigenome or genome of a parental germline that arise during development could be underlying causes of many disease states in offspring. In males, sperm are the conduit for transmission of genetic and epigenetic information to the next generation and are formed by the complex process of spermatogenesis, which involves undifferentiated stem cell, differentiating, meiotic, and morphogenesis phases. This workshop will explore recent advances in understanding the biology of these different phases in a variety of animal models as well as how epigenetic and genetic abnormalities may underlie transmission of diseases and fertility disorder in humans. Invited talks and poster sessions that focus on cutting edge findings along with vibrant discussions and debates about controversies in the field will provide a rich intellectual atmosphere that is sure to have an important impact on how the biology of spermatogenesis is investigated for years to come.
 

Key Sessions

  • Origins of the spermatogenic lineage
  • Mechanisms of spermatogenic differentiation
  • Genetic anomalies of the male germline
  • Metabolics of spermatogenesis
  • Environmental influences on spermatogenesis
  • Novel genetic discovery in spermatogenesis
  • Late breaking science  

ECR Grants

We have a number of €1000 registration grants available for students, postdocs & researchers in the field that are within 6 years from having completed a doctorate degree (PhD, MD, or DVM). Check out our 'Grants' tab for more information!

Student Offer

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity for students! Fully paying academics can bring a student for only €882. Unfortunately, Postdocs are not eligible. Both registration packages include; accommodation for the 08, 09, 10 October 2023 (on a shared basis for students) and a food and beverage package for the conference period. Once registered, please contact Amy Johnson to obtain a special registration link for your student. 

Confirmed Invited Speakers

Christophe Arnoult (University Grenoble Alpes)
Guylain Boissonneault (Université de Sherbrooke)
NEW INSIGHTS INTO THE SPERMATIDS BREAKOME ANALYSIS
Jo Bowles (University of Queensland)
Jochen Buck (Weill Cornell University)
Geraldine Delbes (Institut national de la recherche scientifique)
Klementina Fon Tacer (Texas Tech University)
FROM SINGLE-CELL ANALYSIS TO PHYSIOLOGY: PROTECTING SPERMATOGENESIS IN FOOD SCARCITY
Mariagrazia Giansanti (Istituto di Biologia e Patologia Molecolari)
USING DROSOPHILA MALE MEIOSIS TO DISSECT THE MOLECULAR MECHANISMS UNDERLYING CYTOKINESIS AND HUMAN DISEASES
Kanako Hayashi (Washington State University)
SINGLE-CELL MULTI-OMICS REVEALS TRANSCRIPTOMIC AND EPIGENETIC CHANGES IN MURINE GERM CELLS EXPOSED TO BISPHENOL A AND S AT THE PRENATAL STAGE
Katsuhiko Hayashi (Osaka University)
RECONSTITUTION OF REPRODUCTIVE ORGANS FROM MOUSE PLURIPOTENT STEM CELLS
Masahito Ikawa (Research Institute for Microbial Diseases)
TESTIS-ENRICHED GENES AND THEIR FUNCTIONS DURING SPERMATOGENESIS AND SPERM FUNCTIONS
Kei-Ichiro Ishiguro (Kumamoto University)
THE SEXUALLY DIFFERENT MECHANISM OF MEIOSIS INITIATION IN MOUSE GERM CELLS
Leanne Jones (University of California, San Francisco)
Noora Kotaja (University of Turku)
GERM GRANULE-MEDIATED RNA REGULATION DURING SPERMATOGENESIS
Diana Laird (University of California, San Francisco)
ANDROGEN RECEPTOR SIGNALING AND ENDOCRINE DISRUPTION IN FETAL PROSPERMATOGONIAL DEVELOPMENT
Tessa Lord (University of Newcastle)
EXPLORING THE INTERSECTION BETWEEN METABOLISM, HYPOXIA, AND SPERMATOGONIAL STEM CELL FUNCTION
John McCarrey (The University of Texas at San Antonio)
Marcos Morgan (NIH)
ROLE OF MRNA POLY(A) TAIL DYNAMICS IN SPERMATOGENESIS
Ignasi Roig (Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona)
Kotaro Sasaki (University of Pennsylvania)
Monika Ward (University of Hawaii)
Jeremy Wang (University of Pennsylvania)
Wei Yan (The Lundquist Institute)
Humphrey Yao (NIH)
NEW INSIGHTS INTO FATE DETERMINATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SERTOLI CELLS

Target Audience

The target audience will be scientists working on the field of male reproduction, especially on germ cells.
It must "regroup" people working on stem cell biology, genetics (meiosis), epigenetic processes, aspects of transgenerational transmission of diseases; cancer and scientists working on environmental diseases.
We would like to have recognized scientists and new researchers in the field to refresh the community.
We would like clinicians, basic scientists and people involved in the evolution of technologies.
One objective will also be to attract doctoral and post-doctoral students.

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Speakers

Invited Speakers

Christophe Arnoult

University Grenoble Alpes

Guylain Boissonneault

Université de Sherbrooke

Jo Bowles

University of Queensland

Jochen Buck

Weill Cornell Medicine

Geraldine Delbes

Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)

Klementina Fon Tacer

Texas Tech University

Mariagrazia Giansanti

Istituto di Biologia e Patologia Molecolari

Kanako Hayashi

Washington State University

Katsuhiko Hayashi

Osaka University

Masahito Ikawa

Research Institute for Microbial Diseases

Kei-ichiro Ishiguro

Kumamoto University

Leanne Jones

University of California, San Francisco

Noora Kotaja

University of Turku

Diana Laird

University of California, San Francisco

Tessa Lord

University of Newcastle

John McCarrey

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Marcos Morgan

NIH

Ignasi Roig Navarro

Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona

Kotaro Sasaki

University of Pennsylvania

Monika Ward

University of Hawaii

Jeremy Wang

University of Pennsylvania

Humphrey (Hung-Chang) Yao

NIH

Wei Yan

The Lundquist Institute

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Programme

Although the programme has not yet been released, we are able to confirm that the conference should begin no earlier than 14:00 with opening comments on 08th October 2023. The conference will conclude no later than 12:30 on 11th October 2023.


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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Prices

Ticket Type Early Bird Full Price
Single
Choose this option if you will be attending the conference alone, or if you will bring accompanying guests that will not attend the meeting.
€1780 €1881
Shared
Choose this option if you wish to share with a colleague who is also attending the conference, or if you wish to be paired with another attendee of the same sex.
€1600 €1701
Student
Choose this option if you are a student. Please note all students will be paired with another attendee of the same sex if a room sharer is not specified. If you wish to have your own room, please register under the Single option.
€1539 €1620
Additional Person
This is the cost for an additional adult or child to join you in the same room, for the entire conference period. Accompanying persons are not permitted access to the conference. If you wish to extend your stay, please see our 'Extra night' prices.

Adult

€600

Child

€176

Extra nights
Prices are per person.

Adult

€172

Child

€12


All registration fees include 3 nights accommodation and meals during the conference period. Exact inclusions are detailed below.

What's Included in our Registration Fees?

Our registration fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:

- Conference registration 
- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (08, 09, 10 October 2023) on a single or shared basis
- Buffet breakfast in Origano restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Origano restaurant with two soft drinks and water
- Buffet dinner in the in Origano restaurant with a glass of wine, or two beers, or two soft drinks and water
- BBQ Gala Dinner with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and water
- Complimentary WIFI in both conference rooms and your guest room

What's Included in our Accompanying Adult Fees?

Our accompanying adult fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:

- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (08, 09, 10 October 2023) on a shared basis with a conference participant
- Buffet breakfast in Origano restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Origano restaurant with two soft drinks and water
- Buffet dinner in the in Origano restaurant with a glass of wine, or two beers, or two soft drinks and water
- BBQ Gala Dinner with free flow wine, beer, soft drinks and water
- Complimentary WIFI in guest room

Important Note: Accompanying persons are not permitted access to the conference. Meals are only available during the times listed in the conference programme and accompanying guests must dine with the group.

What's Included in our Accompanying Child Fees?

Our accompanying child fees are inclusive of the following during the conference period only:

- 3 nights’ fixed accommodation (08, 09, 10 October 2023) on a shared basis with the parent/s
- Buffet breakfast in Origano restaurant
- Buffet lunch in the in Origano restaurant with two soft drinks and water
- Buffet dinner in the in Origano restaurant with two soft drinks and water
- BBQ Gala Dinner with free flow soft drinks and water
- Complimentary WIFI in guest room

Important Note: Meals are only available during the times listed in the conference programme and accompanying children must dine with the group. Accompanying child fees are applicable for children aged 2-12 years. Children under 2 years stay free of charge and children aged 13-17 years are classified as an adult. Please see below for an overview of suitable family room types.

2 adults 1 child (younger than 2 yrs) – Standard hotel room (with cot) or 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)
2 adults 1 child (2-12 yrs) – 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)
2 adults 2 children (0-12 yrs) - 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)

Please notify a member of the Fusion team when adding accompanying children to your booking so we can assist with your reservation and check the correct room type is available for your stay.

Please kindly ensure your child / children are supervised at all times during conference and related events. Childcare services are available at the hotel, please contact Amy Johnson for further information.

What's Included in our Extra Night Fees?

- 1 night’s accommodation for 1 person
- Buffet breakfast in Origano restaurant
- Complimentary WIFI in your guest room

Important Note: Extra night child fees are applicable for children aged 2-12 years. Children under 2 years stay free of charge and children aged 13-17 years are classified as an adult. Please see below for an overview of suitable family room types.

2 adults 1 child (younger than 2 yrs) – Standard hotel room (with cot) or 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)
2 adults 1 child (2-12 yrs) – 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)
2 adults 2 children (0-12 yrs) - 1 bedroom residence (with sofa bed)

Please notify a member of the Fusion team when adding accompanying children to your booking so we can assist with your reservation and check the correct room type is available for your stay.

Prices and hotel availability are subject to change without notice.

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Supported By

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Venue

Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

We are excited to be adding a beautiful Adriatic destination to our portfolio for autumn 2023 – the Sun Gardens Dubrovnik in Croatia. The resort is nestled into the hillside with uninterrupted, stunning views of the ocean. 

This beautiful hotel is located only 11 km from Dubrovnik city centre, in the small village of Orašac, nestled amongst the citrus groves, palm trees and gorgeous blue sea that characterize the city. The Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with magnificent defensive walls surrounding it, is just one of the wonderful places to visit. With stunning architecture, scenic walks, wine tasting, boat trips and beautiful beaches, there is plenty to inspire when exploring beyond the hotel. We truly believe Croatia will become a firm favourite with our delegates.

The hotel boasts several wonderful dining options with a mix of Dalmatian, Mediterranean, international and fusion culinary experiences. Or you may want to take in the stunning views of the sea and the nearby islands as you unwind, relax and catch up on the day’s events in one of the hotels bars. Pools, a promenade, spa, sports centre and beaches are just a few of the other facilities you will find available during your stay. 

This is not an all-inclusive property, but we have arranged a full food and beverage package for delegates during the conference period which is included within the registration fee. Breakfast will be at leisure each morning, but participants will dine together for conference lunches and dinners. For anyone staying any extra nights, the rate will be bed and breakfast only so delegates can choose whether to dine at the hotel or explore and eat elsewhere. 

Hotel facilities include;
•    Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and throughout hotel and conference areas
•    3 Pools
•    Spa
•    Gym & Sports Center
•    8 Restaurants
•    9 Bars
•    Kids Club
•    Beach
 

Venue Rating

Currency

Euro (EUR)

Address

Dubrovački Vrtovi Sunca d.o.o. Na Moru 1, 20235 Orašac, Dubrovnik

Nearest Airport

Dubrovnik International Airport

Location

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Transportation

The hotel is approximately 40 minutes from Dubrovnik Airport, the second largest international airport in Croatia. Europeans will find this fairly easy to get to and from New York also offer a direct flight option for anyone travelling from the US. The most common flights into Dubrovnik are from Zagreb and Frankfurt so these are popular choices for interconnecting flights.

Airport transfer details and recommended suppliers will be available shorlty.

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Local Activities

Local activity details will be announced here soon. 

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Group Activities

To be announced

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Childcare

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Oral Presenters

We have several oral opportunities available at this meeting. To be considered for a talk, please register for the conference and upload your abstract when prompted to do so. You will be able to monitor the status of your abstract through your Fusion account and you will also receive an email if you are successful or unsuccessful.

Please use the abstract template provided (see below) and ensure your abstract is no longer than one page in length.

If you are accepted for a talk, we recommend you check our website regularly as the conference approaches. Regular programme updates will be released under the ‘Programme’ tab on the conference website.

Your Presentation

On the day of your presentation please make yourself known to our AV technician who will be present in the conference room. We advise running through your presentation at least 30minutes prior to your session commencing to ensure your slides and any videos or animations appear as expected. We prefer our speakers to run their presentation from the master PC or Mac, however, if you prefer to use your own laptop then please notify us prior to the session. A HDMI or VGA cable is usually available on the podium.

Our AV technician will apply your microphone and provide a combined slide advancer and laser pointer.

We ask all speakers to adhere to their time slots and respect their fellow presenters. A visual traffic light aide will be available to warn presenters as their time decreases.

Please make sure your presentation adheres to the following guidelines.

Aspect Ratio: On Screen Show (16:9)
File Type: Please save your presentation in PPT, PPTS or Keynote format.

Download Abstract Template

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA

Posters

We have several poster opportunities available at this meeting. To be considered for a poster presentation, please register for the conference and upload your abstract when prompted to do so. You will be able to monitor the status of your abstract through your Fusion account and you will also receive an email if you are successful or unsuccessful.

Please use the abstract template provided (see below) and ensure your abstract is no longer than one page in length.

Our poster boards can accommodate a maximum poster size of A0 (1189H x 841W mm), portrait in orientation. Posters exceeding this size may not fit on the poster boards provided and therefore we may be unable to display your poster, so please kindly keep to these measurements.

Displaying & Presenting Your Poster

Please bring your poster to registration and hand this to a member of the Fusion team. They will advise of your poster number and display your poster for you. 

Your poster will remain on display for the duration of the conference, allowing presenters to take advantage of the refreshment breaks and free time for valuable networking opportunities, in addition to the official poster session.

Please check the programme and note the date and time of the poster session(s). Your poster will be judged during the poster session and prizes will be awarded at the Gala Dinner.

Posters will be taken down by the Fusion team and will be ready for collection at the Fusion desk on the final day of the conference.

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1st Spermatogenesis Conference

Male Germ Cells: From Stem Cells To Diseases #spermatogenesis23


08 Oct 2023 - 11 Oct 2023

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Chairs

Jon Oatley
Washington State University
David Volle
CNRS UMR 6293, Inserm U1103, UCA