PROGRAM

The goal of this conference is to provide a scientific forum at which investigators in the fields of nonhuman primate research, genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics can discuss new research findings and technological innovations related to the use of genome-based science in nonhuman primate research.

The conference includes a focus on genomic and proteomic resource development, advances in computational biology and bioinformatics, and new developments in comparative genomics and evolutionary biology. The 2008 conference also highlights research activities in which genomics and nonhuman primate models are being used to better understand human disease. Recent advances in the field, including the sequencing of the rhesus macaque genome, the development of macaque-specific DNA microarrays, and new opportunities for nonhuman primate proteomics make this conference particularly timely, significant, and exciting.

Sunday, April 13

  • Satellite Workshop: Bioinformatics
  • Evening Reception (Reading Room, Seattle Public Library)

Monday, April 14

  • Session 1: Genomes and Technology
  • Session 2: Comparative Genomics and Primate Genomics

Tuesday, April 15

  • Session 3: Primate Genomics and Human Disease
  • BANQUET SESSION: "Human Evolution: A View from Africa," a talk with Donald Johanson, Ph.D.

Wednesday, April 16

  • Session 4: Round Table, Abstracts, & Late Breaking Abstracts
  • Session 5: Translational Research and Infectious Disease

Schedule for Conference