What is non-genetic inheritance?
Many phenotypes depend not only on germline DNA sequence, but also regulatory mechanisms present within germ cells, including what is known as the epigenome. Mounting evidence suggests that a whole germ cell approach, including epigenetic and other non-genetic factors, may be critical for a robust understanding of origins of many traits and pathologies considered heritable or innate.
Featuring leading researchers, this conference explores how non-genetic factors contribute to heritable pathology, and probes key questions for research and public health. We will also address germline mutagenesis.
The conference is a collaborative of researchers across several disciplines, clinicians and research advocates. It features both invited speakers and talks selected from abstracts.