All agree that copy number variation (CNV) contributes substantially to human genetic diversity. But to what extent? The resulting applications of newly developed whole-genome scanning technologies have catalyzed the appreciation of CNV in the genetic community. The range of these promising new technologies will, for the first time, allow scanning of the entire human genome for CNV in a single experiment. As these genome-wide scanning techniques become more widely used in diagnostic laboratories, the major challenge is how to accurately interpret which submicroscopic genomic imbalances are pathogenic in nature and which are benign. Cambridge Healthtech Institute’s Inaugural Comprehending Copy Number Variation addresses:
technologies to characterize functionally-relevant CNVs at a high resolution
incorporating these variants within association studies for complex diseases
determining critical genes and pathways responsible for the development and progression of a particular disease
developing databases to facilitate integration with existing genetic studies
We invite abstracts on:
Technological Advances
Therapeutic Applications
population genetics
comparative genomics
genes underlying common diseases
familial genetic conditions
defects caused by chromosomal rearrangements
complex diseases
pharmacogenomics
Researchers working with technical developments driving this field or researchers utilizing therapeutic applications are encouraged to submit a title and brief summary of their research for consideration of presentation.
To ensure the highest quality of the conference program, all proposals are subject to review by the Scientific Advisory Committee.
To submit a proposal, please click here.
The deadline for submission is for priority consideration is October 19, 2007.
For more information, please contact Mary Ann Brown at:
Cambridge Healthtech Institute
250 First Avenue, Suite #300
Needham, MA 02494
Tel: 781-972-5497
Fax: 781-972-5425
email: mabrown@healthtech.com
For exhibit and sponsorship information, please contact:
Stacey Squatrito
Cambridge Healthtech Institute
250 First Avenue, Suite #300
Needham, MA 02494
Tel: 781-972-5457
Fax: 781-972-5425
email: ssquatrito@healthtech.com