Conference Cell Biology In Space and Time

The emergence of form and function during development depends on cells' ability to coordinate polarity, division, adhesion, and mechanical forces across tissues. These processes underpin germ cell development, epithelial integrity, and organogenesis; their disruption contributes to developmental disorders and disease. Establishing and maintaining tissue organisation requires dynamic interactions between genetic regulatory networks, cytoskeletal and membrane systems, and cell–cell adhesion. Recent advances in imaging, combined with molecular genetics, biochemistry, and biophysical approaches, have opened new avenues for uncovering the fundamental principles governing morphogenesis and tissue homeostasis. This conference will bring together a broad, interactive community to discuss recent conceptual and technical advances in developmental biology, with particular emphasis on how cell polarity, adhesion, cytoskeletal dynamics, and mechanics are integrated to drive robust tissue architecture and function. The conference will bring together alumni of the St Johnston lab (Gurdon Institute, University of Cambridge) and external speakers.

Note: The conference is free of charge. Refreshments and lunch are provided.

More information: https://www.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/events/cell-biology-in-space-and-time/