Human Variome Project Members' Meeting

Human Variome Project Members' Meeting

By Human Variome Project

Date and time

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT

Location

Fairmont Waterfront, Vancouver

900 Canada Place Vancouver, BC V6C 3L5 Canada

Description

Part social event, part meeting, the Human Variome Project Members' Meeting is an opportunity for HVP Consortium members attending the 2016 American Society of Human Genetics Meeting in Vancouver, Canada, to meet each other and discuss recent progress and challenges for the Project.

This meeting will include:

  • An update on the state of the Project in 2016
  • Progress reports from a selection of HVP Country Nodes
  • Discussions on how to increase participation by younger scientists in the Project and related activities
  • A planning session for our upcoming campaign for more national funds directed towards research into the human variome

Join the International Scientific Advisory Committee of the Human Variome Project and your fellow Consortium members for an evening of drinks, food, and stimulating discussion.

FAQs

Where is the event being held?

The Cheakamus Room at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel; a short stroll from the Vancouver Convention Centre.

How do I let you know I'm coming?

Just click the big green "Register" button above.

Can I bring my partner?

Sure. Just make sure you register them so we know to expect them.

Will there be refreshments at the event?

There most certainly will.

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Email info@variome.org. Or, once you're at ASHG, come visit us at booth #525.

Organised by

The international effort to integrate the responsiple collection, curation, interpretation and sharing of genomic knowledge into routine clinical practice.

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