Conference Session & Tracks

This track will explore the intricate molecular pathways that govern autophagy, highlighting key regulators and their interactions. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how these mechanisms impact cellular homeostasis and function.

This session will focus on the emerging roles of lysosomes in the regulation of autophagy, including their involvement in degradation and recycling processes. Discussions will cover the implications of lysosomal function in cellular health and disease.

This track will delve into the selective forms of autophagy, examining the molecular cues that dictate substrate specificity. The relevance of selective autophagy in various physiological and pathological contexts will be a key focus.

This session will address the critical role of autophagy in neuronal health and its implications for neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers will present findings on how autophagy modulation may offer therapeutic avenues for conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

This track will investigate the diverse and non-canonical roles of autophagy-related proteins beyond their classical functions. Presentations will highlight novel findings that expand our understanding of these proteins in cellular processes.

This session will focus on the established roles of autophagy-related proteins in cellular degradation and recycling. Discussions will include their contributions to maintaining cellular integrity and their implications in various diseases.

This track will explore the complex relationship between autophagy and cancer, examining both tumor-suppressive and tumor-promoting roles. Researchers will discuss how autophagy modulation can influence cancer progression and treatment responses.

This session will highlight the role of ubiquitin and ubiquitin-like proteins in the regulation of autophagy. The interplay between these molecules and autophagic processes will be examined in the context of cellular signaling and disease.

This track will investigate the role of autophagy in host defense mechanisms against pathogens. Presentations will cover how autophagy influences immune responses and its potential as a therapeutic target in infectious diseases.

This session will explore the connections between autophagy and metabolic diseases, including obesity and diabetes. Discussions will focus on how autophagy modulation can impact metabolic homeostasis and disease progression.

This track will showcase cutting-edge methodologies and technologies used to study autophagy. Presentations will highlight advancements in imaging, genetic manipulation, and biochemical assays that enhance our understanding of autophagic processes.