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Transcriptional regulation by chromatin and RNA polymerase

Sept. 26–30, 2024
Westin Alexandria Old Town, Alexandria, Va.

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The fields of transcription biochemistry and molecular biology have become one with chromatin biology and epigenetics with extensive cross-talk. RNA polymerase II and its transcription machinery play an essential role in the modification and remodeling of chromatin; and chromatin regulates gene expression in both normal and pathological conditions. With recent innovations and technological advances in clinical and preclinical research, personalized medicine is becoming a reality, in part because of advances in our understanding of RNA polymerase II. Given this fact, many established and new investigators have taken on the challenge of elucidating the molecular mechanisms of gene expression by RNA polymerase II in the context of chromatin. The community is highly dynamic and multidisciplinary, with an ever-changing set of focal areas that establish new paradigms and new ways of thinking about the topic. Even after decades of study, this research area continues to advance, reveal new concepts, and bolsters almost every other area of biology.

Important dates

Important presentation requirements

• Registration is required at the time of abstract submission.
• Abstract submission does not guarantee registration and/or availability of hotel accommodations.
• Rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and availability. We strongly advise you to submit your registration as soon as possible to secure your space.
• All speakers and poster presenters are required to present in person at the scheduled date and time of their session.

Conference information

• The conference will be held at the Westin Alexandria Old Town, located at 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA.
• Do not contact the hotel directly to book a room. Accommodations must be selected during the conference registration process.
• The conference begins Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. and concludes Sunday, Sept. 29, around 10 p.m. Attendees will have a free afternoon on Saturday, Sept. 28.

JBC virtual issue

Transcriptional regulation by chromatin and RNA polymerase

A selection of ten recently published articles from the Journal of Biological Chemistry, showcasing the latest advancements and developments in this captivating research field.

Meeting location

The Westin Alexandria Old Town
400 Courthouse Square,
Alexandria, VA 22314
USA

Getting to The Westin Alexandria Old Town

• (DCA) – 4.4 miles
• (IAD) – 32.5 miles
• (BWI) – 45.2 miles

Airport transportation

• Uber/Lyft/Rideshare
• The closest metro stations to the conference location are on the Blue and Yellow Lines (0.4 miles away from the Westin) and on the Yellow Line (0.4 miles away from the Westin).

Parking

Valet parking is available at The Westin Alexandria Old Town for $40 a night.

Visas

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Health and safety

Mask-wearing and other health and safety measures will be determined based on local, state and venue guidelines and will be communicated to attendees prior to the conference.