About the Conference
CHARGE Syndrome is a complex genetic condition that affects multiple organ systems, including vision, hearing, cardiac development, and growth. The CHARGE Syndrome Conference brings together families, clinicians, genetic counselors, educators, and researchers to share the latest scientific advances, clinical strategies, and support resources.
Our 2024 event will be held virtually and inperson (Boston, MA) from September 1215. Over four days, participants will experience keynote lectures, interactive workshops, patient panel discussions, and poster sessions highlighting cuttingedge research.
Conference Schedule
Day 1 September 12 Opening & Keynote
- 09:00 09:30Welcome remarks (Conference Chair)
- 09:30 11:00Keynote: Molecular Pathways in CHARGE Dr. Elena Martnez, MD, PhD
- 11:15 12:30Panel: Living with CHARGE Voices of Families
- 12:30 13:30Lunch break
- 13:30 15:00Workshop: Genetic Counseling Strategies
- 15:15 16:45Case Review: Cardiac Anomalies in CHARGE
Day 2 September 13 Clinical Care
- 09:00 10:30Session: Auditory & Speech Development
- 10:45 12:15Session: Ophthalmology Management
- 12:15 13:15Lunch
- 13:15 14:45Handson: Feeding Therapy Techniques
- 15:00 16:30Roundtable: Transition to Adult Care
Day 3 September 14 Research & Innovations
- 09:00 10:30Poster Session (virtual gallery)
- 10:45 12:15Talk: CRISPRbased Therapeutics Prospects for CHARGE
- 12:15 13:15Lunch
- 13:15 14:45Workshop: Data Sharing & Registries
- 15:00 16:30Panel: Funding Opportunities for RareDisease Research
Day 4 September 15 Closing & Future Directions
- 09:00 10:30Session: Educational Strategies for Schools
- 10:45 12:00Future Outlook: Global Collaboration Networks
- 12:00 13:00Closing remarks & Awards
All sessions will be recorded and made available to registrants for 90days after the conference.
Featured Speakers
- Dr. Elena Martnez Pediatric Geneticist, University of Barcelona. Pioneer in CHD7 functional studies.
- Prof. Michael Liu Otolaryngology, Harvard Medical School. Expert in auditory rehabilitation for CHARGE.
- Ms. Amelia Reed Parent Advocate, founder of CHARGE Voices.
- Dr. Priya Nair Clinical Psychologist, Childrens Hospital Boston. Focus on neurodevelopmental outcomes.
- Dr. Samuel Okeke Bioengineer, MIT. Leader of geneediting research for CHARGE models.
Registration
Earlybird registration (until June30) is $150 for professionals and $75 for families. Standard rates are $210 and $110 respectively. Students receive a 50% discount with a valid university ID.
Registration includes:
- Access to all live sessions (inperson or virtual)
- Conference ebooklet and slide deck
- Networking lounge (virtual)
- Certificate of attendance
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Register NowResources for Attendees
We have compiled a set of downloadable materials to help you make the most of the conference:
