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Organized by: Olivier Julien, Nevan Krogan, Joanne Lemieux, Melanie Ott, and Kliment Verba
Event Overview
The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) at the University of California, San Francisco, the University of Alberta, and Gladstone Institutes will host a joint symposium, “From Infection to Neuro-Inflammation: Atomic Structure, Modeling & Clinical Impact,” on May 29, 2026 at UCSF.
We will explore the intricate connections between infectious diseases and neuro-inflammation, focusing on the role of atomic structure and computational modeling in understanding these processes.
Attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge research that bridges molecular science and clinical applications, highlighting how structural biology and advanced modeling techniques can inform the diagnosis and treatment of neuro-inflammatory conditions.
This event is designed for researchers and students interested in neuroimmunology, infectious diseases, and translational medicine. This symposium aims to build collaborative relationships between scientists with a view towards partnership.
Lazar Atanackovic, University of Alberta
Sandeep Gupta, University of Alberta
Steve Hauser, University of California, San Francisco
Olivier Julien, University of Alberta
Nevan Krogan, University of California, San Francisco
Joanne Lemieux, University of Alberta
Melanie Ott, University of California, San Francisco / Gladstone Institutes
Christopher Power, University of Alberta
Nadia Roan, University of California, San Francisco / Gladstone Institutes
Kevan Shokat, University of California, San Francisco
Danielle Swaney, University of California, San Francisco
Poster Abstracts
Selected attendees of the symposium will have an opportunity give a poster presentation on their work. To be considered, you must first register for the symposium, and then submit a brief abstract by May 12 at 11:59 pm.
Trainee Collaboration Prize
QBI, University of Alberta, and the Gladstone Institutes, are excited to announce the Trainee Collaboration Prize. This initiative is designed to foster new scientific bridges between Canadian and San Francisco-based researchers, encouraging bold, grassroots collaborations.
- Matchmaking: We will post the profiles of five featured UoA trainees. UCSF and Gladstone trainees are invited to review these profiles and reach out to the UoA leads to explore potential project fits.
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In-Person Networking: On the afternoon of May 28, teams will have the opportunity to meet in person on the UCSF campus to refine their ideas.
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The Proposal: Each collaborative team (consisting of at least one UoA trainee and at least one trainee from UCSF or Gladstone) will develop a short, one-page collaborative proposal to be submitted on the morning of May 29th 10am.
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The Prize: The winning team will be announced during the reception on May 29. Each member of the winning team will receive a prize valued at $500.
Applications are limited to one page.
- Eligibility: Any trainee (student or postdoc) currently affiliated with UoA, UCSF, or the Gladstone Institutes is eligible to apply.
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Describe the collaborative pilot project, the synergy between the trainees, and how the prize would help kickstart the research.
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Submission: Please send completed proposals to Events-QBI@ucsf.edu
Proposals will be judged on the following:
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Collaborative Synergy: Clear evidence of partnership between a UoA trainee and a UCSF/Gladstone trainee.
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Innovation: The boldness of the approach and the potential for the idea to grow into a long-term collaboration.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Events-QBI@ucsf.edu.