Events archive: 2009

The event will give an exciting opportunity to hear news and research developments in the areas of genetics, biomarkers and gene expression studies that are relevant to organ transplantation.

GMEC Integrative Mammalian Physiology and Pharmacology Meeting

The meeting aim was to clarify the strategy for the GMEC programme, particularly in relation to the need for animal models that accurately predict the clinical efficacy of therapies. The group also discussed how to ensure efficient technology, procedure and data transfer across the institutions, together with the standardisation of student training methods. The group are currently now identifying the programme priorities.

The development of reliable biomarkers for brain disorders would dramatically accelerate research on the etiology, pathophysiology, disease progression and therapeutic development of many diseases including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis.