Applying Fundamental Principles of Lung Biology to Respiratory Health

The Gordon Research Seminar on Lung Development, Injury and Repair is a unique forum for graduate students, post-docs, and other scientists with comparable levels of experience and education to present and exchange new data and cutting-edge ideas.

Respiration involves a complex interplay of the airway epithelium, alveoli, vasculature and underlying mesenchyme. Lung diseases such as COPD, asthma and pulmonary fibrosis, and pathogens compromise respiration, resulting in a global health and economic burden. This conference aims to highlight in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies in lung biology and how this knowledge is being translated into the development of new drugs or therapeutic strategies for the treatment of lung disease. In particular, it will provide a platform for trainees in the lung biology field to present cutting-edge research in the areas of lung development, disease and therapeutics. In addition to the scientific sessions, this meeting will offer trainees opportunities to network with peers and will include a mentorship panel to explore career options both within and outside of academia.