The DNA Damage, Mutation and Cancer 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.

The focus of this GRS will be on understanding the mechanisms that safeguard the genome including the DNA damage response, DNA replication, chromatin dynamics, and epigenetics, as well as the cancer therapeutic implications from these insights. This will take place in a highly engaging and relaxed environment to promote early career scientists to exchange ideas, network, and interact with our invited panel of successful academic and industry professionals. Early-career scientists from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply to present their work at this seminar and be a part of the vibrant genome maintenance research community.