Biological Tools for 4D Cellular Physiology

Organized by  Luke Lavis (Janelia), Alison Tebo (Janelia) and Jordan Meier (NCI/NIH), this is the fourth in a series of planning workshops that will serve an important role in shaping a 15-lab, 15-year research program at Janelia Research Campus called “4D Cellular Physiology”.

The goal of 4DCP is to understand the function, structure and communication mechanisms of cells within and across organ systems. Exploring how the collective actions of molecules give rise to cell and tissue functions requires tracking of cells and visualization of biological processes in vivo in real-time and at high resolution. One way in which we aim to stimulate this emerging field is through the development of novel cell biological tools and technologies that enable mechanistic approaches to physiological questions of development, homeostasis and disease in the context of organs and tissues. This workshop will center on some of the latest advances in imaging methods, technology development and molecular approaches at the interface of cell biology and physiology.

The virtual format will include 4-5 hours of short talks and discussion each day. All talks will be open to the broad scientific community. Presentations by invited speakers will focus on current challenges in the field and exciting new directions that could lead to transformative advances. If you wish to attend any of the sessions, sign up to receive the meeting agenda and zoom link to join when they become available.

This workshop will serve an important role in shaping Janelia’s ongoing research program, providing critical background for a new approach to collaboratively tackle some of the most important problems in modern biomedical research. 

Graduate students, postdocs and other trainees are invited to submit an abstract for consideration for a short talk.

Short talk applications are closed

Immediately preceding this workshop, on May 26, Janelia is hosting an Early Career Researcher Symposium on Protein Engineering, intended for students and postdocs. Visit the website for more details and to apply for a short talk.