The 39th International Mammalian Genome Conference
April 7-10, 2026
Harpa Convention Center in Reykjavík, Iceland
Harpa Convention Center, Reykjavik, Iceland, Photo credit: Iceland ExplorerRegistration
Registration fees are for in-person only (no virtual component offered). Fees are listed in US dollars and are for Early (prior to 7 January 2026)/late (8 January 2026 and later)
Regular (Non-Trainee) Participant $1300/$1500
Trainee Participant $800/$900
Local (Iceland) Daily Rate (does not include Opening Dinner or Awards Dinner) $225/Day (maximum of 2 days)
Fees include:
IMGS Membership for 3 calendar years*
Access to all sessions-plenary and poster, including Trainee Symposium (7-10 April)
Workshops (Tuesday 7 April)
Welcome Dinner (Tuesday 7 April)
Awards Banquet (Friday 10 April)
Lunches (Wednesday - Friday 8 - 10 April)
Abstract submission (no additional fee)
*If you are not a current IMGS member, your IMGS membership will begin at time of registration and all attendee memberships will remain current through 12/31/2028 (or for 3 calendar years after your most recent IMGC attendance).
Harpa Convention Center, Interior, Photo credit: Icelandic Explorer
Schedule at a Glance
(as of 11 August 2025)
Tuesday, April 7
9 AM to noon IMGS Secretariat Meeting (Stemma Room)
9 AM to noon Workshops (Visa and Rima A Rooms)
Lunch on your own
1-6:00 PM Trainee Symposium (Kaladon)
6:30-9 PM Welcome Dinner/Reception (Nordurljos)
10 PM Optional excursion to see the Northern Lights (weather permitting)
Wednesday, April 8
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Talks (Kaladon) and Posters (Nordurbryggia)
12:00 Lunch (Floi), Mentor Lunch (Floi), Nomenclature Committee?
5:30 PM Evening/Dinner on your own
10 PM Backup-Optional excursion to see the Northern Lights (weather permitting)
Thursday, April 9
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Talks (Kaladon) and Posters (Nordurbryggia)
12:00 Lunch (Floi), Mentor Lunch (Floi)
5:30 PM Evening/Dinner on your own
6:00 PM Optional excursion to Blue Lagoon (weather permitting)
Friday, April 10
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM Talks (Kaladon) and Posters (Nordurbryggia)
12:00 Lunch (Floi), IMGS Secretariat lunch (Stemma)
7:00 PM Transportation to Perlan Museum for Awards Dinner
8:00 PM Awards Dinner at Perlan Museum
Fernando Pardo Manuel de Villena
UNC at Chapel Hill Presenting:
The Verne Chapman Lecture
David Beier
Seattle Children’s
Presenting:
The Bill Dove Lecture
Caroline Manet
Institut Pasteur
Presenting:
The Mary Lyon Lecture
Dwi Kemaladewi
University of Pittsburgh
Receiving:
IMGS Presidents Award
Harpa Convention Center, Photo Credit: Nic Lehoux
Perlan Museum, Photo Credit: BusTravel Iceland
Optional Workshops
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Long read sequencing has (LRS) revolutionized genomics across many areas of biology including understanding the genome, novel transcriptional isoforms, epigenetic regulation, and population level variation. This workshop will introduce long read sequencing, an overview of common use applications, and practical consideration for using LRS in mammalian genomics. Topics discussed in the workshop will include:
• Advantages of LRS compared with short read sequencing modalities
• Unique aspects of sample preparation for LRS
• LRS modalities and unique use features
• Common LRS use case applications
• Bioinformatic approaches for analyzing LRS data
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Genetically engineered animal models are widely used in basic and translational research. This workshop aims to introduce concepts of designing and generating animal models. The workshop is intended for entry level researchers but at the same time it will be flexible enough to accommodate researchers with prior experience in the transgenic technologies. The workshop will cover widely adapted CRISPR methods including latest advances in the field, with an intention to provide a comprehensive training on the subject.
The workshop will cover:
• Introduction to traditional and CRISPR based methods of generating animal models
• Overview and comprehensive discussion of current methods of generating animal models
• Discussion of methods of identifying on target genomic modifications and ruling out off target editing events
• Review of case studies: one example each of small insertion, large insertion, and conditional knockout mouse model designs (from published papers)
• Designing animal models of participants’ projects: i.e., real-life examples
The workshop is free of charge, but registration is mandatory
Methods, protocols, review articles or model design example papers relevant to the workshop:
https://genomebiology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13059-017-1220-4
https://www.nature.com/articles/nprot.2017.153
https://genomebiology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13059-018-1400-x
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41596-019-0187-x
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41596-020-00403-2
http://www.jbr-pub.org.cn/en/article/doi/10.7555/JBR.35.20200197
https://genomebiology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13059-022-02779-8
Workshops will be held Tuesday, April 7, 9 AM to noon at the Harpa Convention Center
There is no additional charge for the Workshops, but please register for one if you plan to attend. Please note the workshops will be held concurrently, so you may indicate your choice on the registration page.
Optional Events
Northern Lights Excursion
April 7 (backup April 8)
Weather permitting, buses will leave at approximately 10 PM to take those interested out of Reykjavik for a guided viewing of the Aurora Borealis. Hopeful trip on April 7, with April 8 as backup. Return by 2 AM.
Sign up on the registration page. Cost is $50/person. If the weather does not allow viewing, your payment will be refunded
Blue Lagoon Excursion
April 9
Seismic activity permitting, buses will leave Reykjavik approximately 6 PM for the 45 minute drive to the Blue Lagoon. Named one of 25 wonders of the world by National Geographic in 2012, the Blue Lagoon was honored for its unique geothermal seawater. Found nowhere else on earth, this renowned resource is rich in silica, algae, and minerals—the elements that give the lagoon its skin-nourishing powers. Your excursion will include round trip transportation and Comfort Admission (Entrance to the Blue Lagoon, Silica Mud Mask at the Mask Bar, Use of towel, 1 drink of your choice).
Sign up on the registration page. Cost is $125/person. If the volcanic activity does not allow visiting, your payment will be refunded.
Northern Lights, Photo Credit: Snorri Thor Tryggvason
Blue Lagoon, Photo Credit: Iceland Explorer
Post conference guided tour
Preliminary information
A 4-day/4-night guided tour will be offered from Reykjavik with return to Reykjavik leaving April 11. You will be able to see many of the iconic Icelandic treasures such as
Day 1-The Golden Circle (Geysir hot spring area, home to the famous Strokkur geyser, Gullfoss – one of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls, and Kerið Crater.)
Day 2- Eyjafjallajökull, the glacier below which an eruption broke out in 2010, blocking European airspace. At its foot is the elegant waterfall of Seljalandsfoss, where participants can walk behind its flow (bring your Frogg Toggs), A stop at Skogarfoss waterfall, a 60 meter high waterfall in the river Skógá, the Skogar Folk Museum, Vík, the southernmost village in the country and the famous black sand beach.
Day 3- Vatnajökull National Park, a view of Hvannadalshnjúkur, the country’s highest peak, Fjallsárlón and Jökulsárlón lagoons, where huge icebergs dance around in icy seawater, the Diamond Beach area, where glittering shards of ice rest on a black sand beach.
Day 4-Perhaps a glacier climb or visits to other treasures before returning to Reykjavik.
Cost will range from approx USD $1700 to $2000 for double occupancy rooms depending upon number of travelers.
More information will be coming, but feel free to contact moefayetravel@aol.com for additional information.