Mineralized Tissue Development, Disease, and Regeneration

Bones and teeth are dynamic mineralized tissues that have many developmental and homeostatic similarities. Over the past few years, powerful new approaches have revealed unexpected complexities regarding the sources and differentiation of cells that create and maintain these tissues. The goal of the 2024 Bones and Teeth GRC is to bring together investigators and trainees focused on these areas of research to discuss and evaluate the latest findings. A broad range of areas will be highlighted, including identification of stem and progenitor cells that participate in hard tissue development, maintenance, and disease. We will also discuss recent advances in rare diseases that affect the skeleton, how bones and teeth respond to mechanical loads, and how cells in these tissues communicate under physiological and pathological conditions. Our program will include a diverse set of speakers from all career stages. In addition to the invited presentations, 10-15 short talks will be selected from the submitted abstracts.* As in the past, this conference will prioritize participation of trainees and promote their interaction with established leaders in the field with the goal of building productive and lasting collaborations.

*GRC Short Talk Abstract Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until December 31, 2023, any applicants who wish to be considered for an oral presentation should submit their application by December 8, 2023.