November 8 - 13, 2020
EpiCypher2020: Biological and Clinical Frontiers in EpigeneticsNovember 8 - 13, 2020Early Registration Deadline: October 1, 2020 SCIENTIFIC ORGANIZERS This exciting five-day conference will offer the opportunity to interact with leading experts in the chromatin, transcription and epigenetic fields and will foster the exchange of scientific ideas between meeting participants in a relaxing and casual environment. The meeting will blend talks from invited speakers from academics and industry and many talks from submitted abstracts. Join us at the beautiful luxury oceanfront Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen all-inclusive resort in the Mayan Riviera of Mexico. KEYNOTE SPEAKERS PRICING
Single Occupancy Early - $2,250 / Late - $2,495 *Adult and children guests are encouraged and welcome! See our Conference Registration Page for guest rates. |
Early Registration Deadline : October 1, 2020
Abstract Deadline : October 15, 2020
Late Registration Deadline : October 15, 2020
This year’s conference will be held at the luxury all-inclusive Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen resort. Registration fees include five nights of lodging, food and drink, and all conference materials.
Single Occupancy Early - $2,250 / Late - $2,495
Double Occupancy Early - $1,500 / Late - $1,750
Guest Fee: TBD. See Conference Registration Page
GUESTS
Adult and children guests are encouraged and welcome! Guests will receive accommodation for the duration
of the conference and all-inclusive plan benefits for a special reduced rate. Maximum 1 adult guest per paid
conference attendee. Maximum room occupancy 2 adults and 2 children. See our Conference Registration Page for guest rates.
EpiCypher2020: Biological and Clinical Frontiers in Epigenetics
Begins at 6 PM on Sunday, November 8th
Concludes at noon on Friday, November 13th
This meeting brings together academic and industry scientists to discuss the latest findings in the field. Talks will cover a broad range of epigenetics and chromatin biology topics, ranging from basic molecular mechanisms to therapeutic efforts. In addition, there will be discussions around the elucidation of novel mechanisms, new tools, and other breaking topics in epigenetics and chromatin research.
Many talks will be selected from submitted abstracts.
To submit your abstract, go to the Conference Registration Page.
More details to come!
Download conference flyer (pdf)
ABSTRACTS
Abstract Deadline: October 15, 2020
Abstracts can be submitted at the time of registration for the conference. All abstract submissions are welcomed to present a poster. You may also designate if would like to be considered for a talk. Many talks will be chosen from the submitted abstracts across all career levels (from graduate students and postdocs to new and established investigators). Talks will be selected, and speakers notified on a rolling basis.
Go to the Conference Registration Page to submit an abstract.
SPEAKERSKeynote Speakers - Kristian Helin, PhD Steven Henikoff, PhDDr. Helin is Director of the Center for Epigenetics Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering and the Chair of the Cell Biology Program at the Sloan Kettering Institute. Dr. Henikoff is a Member of the Division of Basic Sciences at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, and an Investigator with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. |
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Currency: Mexican Peso
Mexico Tourism Page: Link
Visa / Passport Requirements: Travelers to Mexico are required to have a valid passport. Mexico does not require a visa for travel of citizens from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, Japan or the European Schengen Agreement countires. Citizens from other countries may require travel visas. You will be expected to briefly present your passport upon arrival to the airport as well as at the resort.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Travel Awards: Several travel awards of $500 will be available. You will need to be registered for the conference and be a student or postdoc to qualify.
Travel Award Application Deadline: October 1, 2020
To apply? Once you have registered, send an email to epicypher2020@epicypher.com with the subject line "EpiCypher 2020 Travel Award Application" and include the following information:
1. Your name
2. Your institution and department
3. The name of your primary investigator / graduate advisor
4. A brief statement describing your research (a single paragraph will suffice)
TRANSPORTATION FROM/TO THE AIRPORT
Cancun International Airport (CUN) is the closest airport to the Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen Resort. If you arrive on Sunday, November 8th and depart on Friday, November 13th, a private shuttle will be available to transport you and your guests.
VENUE
Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen Link
5 Avenida, Playa del Carmen Playa del Carmen, Mexico 77710
Click here to view on Google Maps
Toll Free: +1-855-238-2319 or (52) 984 877 3900
Email: paradisus.playadelcarmen@melia.com
Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen is an all-inclusive luxury resort located right on the Caribbean Sea in Mexico's Mayan Riviera. The resort consists of two hotels that share amenities (restaurants, bars, etc). La Perla is a luxurious adults-only area of the resort, while La Esmeralda is the exciting family-friendly section.
Weather
On any given day during November along the Mayan Riviera, you can expect early morning temperatures to be around 73° F (23° C). Temperatures in Playa del Carmen typically rise during the day, to an average of 85° F (30° C) in the early afternoon. By early evening, temperatures generally decline to around 75° F (24° C). In November, the chance of rain is around 15%.
Extend Your Stay
If you would like to extend your stay at the Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen, please contact them directly via email or at the at phone number listed above (by phone, ask for "Reservations Desk").
Guest Information
We offer and encourage you to bring guests to enjoy this resort with you! Guest pricing and registration are available on the Conference Registration Page. Guests enjoy the same amenities provided to conference attendees. Maximum 1 adult guest per paid conference attendee. Maximum room occupancy 2 adults and 2 children. See registration page for guest rates.
Amenities
In addition to five nights lodging, all meals, drinks, and conference materials are included in the registration price. Attendees will have access to all amenities the property offers, including:
- A special cocktail reception
- 24 hour room service (including drinks)
- Unlimited dining
- All drinks at the multiple on-site bars and the in-room mini-bar
Meliá Paradisus Playa del Carmen offers different dining spaces so you can enjoy a true culinary experience during your stay in the Mayan Riviera. The property boasts more than twenty restaurants and bars, featuring a range of Caribbean, Latin American Creole and Italian cuisines.
See the hotel web page (Link) for a complete description, a list of amenities, as well as more images of this beautiful property.
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