5th Annual Canadian Metabolomics Conference: Integrating Metabolomics with Other Omics

ApApril 25 - 26, 2024

CanMetCon is an annual conference that serves as a platform for in-depth discussions between researchers, industry experts, and professionals on the most recent trends, cutting-edge research, and innovative developments in metabolomics. Attendees have the opportunity to engage with and learn from thought leaders, fostering collaboration and the exchange of insights that contribute to advancements in this dynamic and rapidly evolving scientific discipline.

This year’s conference is themed “Integrating Metabolomics with Other Omics”. The proposed program features four broad topics in the applications of metabolomics integrated with other omics, focusing on Biological and Cellular Systems, Omics in Clinical Studies and Biomarker Discovery, Agricultural and Nutritional Applications, and Public Health and the Epigenome.

Plenary Lectures:

  • Dr. Leonard Foster, Professor and Head, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Director, Life Sciences Institute, UBC
  • Dr. James Heath, President and Professor, Institute for Systems Biology
  • Dr. Fiona Brinkman, Distinguished Professor, FRSC, Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Simon Fraser University

Registration Fees:

  • Students: $150 + tax
  • General: $250 + tax

Important Dates:

  • Early Bird Registration Deadline: February 29, 2024
  • Abstract Submission Deadline: March 15, 2024
  • Registration Deadline: March 22, 2024

Location: Jack Poole Hall, 6163 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

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