Molecules to Human (M2H) boot camp

Denmark

Molecules to Human (M2H) boot camp

When & Where: 16-27 September 2024 in Denmark

Central idea of the M2H boot camp

Light microscopy and biomedical imaging communities use imaging to answer complex research questions in health and disease. However, these two communities have been traditionally isolated from each other leading to the potential loss in collaborative opportunities, breakthroughs, and dialogue. Training programs such as the Molecules to Human (M2H) boot camp are the first step in bridging the light microscopy and biomedical imaging communities with the aim of fostering further collaborations and dialogue.

Overview of the M2H boot camp

The M2H boot camp includes theoretical and hands-on training in light microscopy and biomedical imaging (preclinical/animal imaging). The M2H boot camp will take place in Denmark at two different venues in the cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen, drawing from the combined expertise of imaging core facilities under the umbrella of the Danish BioImaging Network. The program for the M2H boot camp is organized as modules. In each module, a combination of imaging technologies will be introduced in the format of theoretical lectures followed by group hands-on practical rotations. The light microscopy component includes imaging technologies such as laser scanning confocal microscopy, super-resolution methods, deep imaging methods such as multiphoton and light sheet microscopy. The biomedical imaging component (preclinical/animal imaging) includes micro-Computed Tomography (microCT). Topics such as introduction to research models, identification of imaging workflows and image analysis strategies, project management, data management, and image analysis will also be featured at the course.

24 participants from all over the world are taking part in the M2H boot camp. To ensure equitable access, the places were distributed evenly across six different geographical regions, including Africa (4 places), Asia (4 places), Central & Eastern Europe (4 places), Latin America (4 places), North America & Oceania (4 places), and Northern, Southern & Western Europe (4 places).

Dates: 16 September - 27 September 2024 (2 weeks excluding weekends)

Locations: Aarhus, Denmark; Copenhagen, Denmark

Venues:

  • Aarhus University (Aarhus, Denmark)
  • University of Copenhagen (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Organizers

  • Antje Keppler (Global BioImaging, European Molecular Biology Laboratory)
  • Caron Jacobs (University of Cape Town, South Africa)
  • Christopher Wood (The National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico)
  • Clara Prats Gavalda (University of Copenhagen, Denmark)
  • Gleb Grebnev (Global BioImaging, European Molecular Biology Laboratory)
  • Iris Asllani (Brighton and Sussex Medical School, United Kingdom)
  • Johanna Bischof (Euro-BioImaging ERIC)
  • Mahmoud Maina (University of Sussex, United Kingdom)
  • Michael Pedersen (Aarhus University, Denmark)
  • Michael Reiche (University of Cape Town, South Africa)
  • Naira Ayvazyan (L.A.Orbeli Institute of Physiology NAS RA, Armenia)
  • Narine Sarvazyan (The George Washington University, United States)
  • Richard Cole (Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities, United States)
  • Sonia Diaz Garcia (University of Copenhagen, Denmark)
  • Teng-Leong Chew (Janelia Research Campus, United States)
  • Udunna Anazodo (McGill University, Canada)

Program

The program is available here.

The M2H boot camp is limited to 24 places and will take place in-person only.

Event format

The event will take place in-person at two venues in Denmark.

The possibility to join remotely will not be provided.

Registration fee

There are no registration costs associated with this event. This event is free of charge.

Target audience of the M2H boot camp

The M2H boot camp is geared towards imaging scientists who use either light microscopy technologies or biomedical imaging modalities (preclinical/animal imaging) in their current research or currently work in an imaging core facility that provides access to one of these umbrella imaging technologies.

Please note that you must be employed by a nonprofit research institution (institute, university, etc.) to apply for this boot camp.

Prerequisites for the application

For researchers who use imaging in their research projects

For applicants from the light microscopy field:

If you have experience in the light microscopy field, the prerequisites for application to the boot camp are the following:

  1. Having theoretical knowledge and prior hands-on experience in light microscopy technologies
  2. Intent to use newly acquired theoretical knowledge and hands-on training in biomedical imaging in your research
For applicants from the biomedical imaging field:

If you have experience in biomedical imaging field, the prerequisites for application to the boot camp are the following:

  1. Having theoretical knowledge and prior hands-on experience in biomedical imaging modalities (preclinical/animal imaging)
  2. Intent to use newly acquired theoretical knowledge and hands-on training in light microscopy in your research

For core facility imaging scientists (imaging facility directors/managers/staff):

For applicants from imaging facilities that provide light microscopy technologies:

If you are working in a light microscopy facility, the prerequisites for application to the boot camp are the following:

  1. Having theoretical knowledge and prior hands-on experience in light microscopy technologies
  2. Researchers who use your imaging facility who are interested in using biomedical imaging in their research
For applicants from imaging facilities that provide biomedical imaging technologies:

If you are working in a biomedical imaging facility, the prerequisites for application to the boot camp are the following:

  1. Having theoretical knowledge and prior hands-on experience in biomedical imaging technologies
  2. Researchers who use your imaging facility who are interested in using light microscopy in their research

Application form

Please complete the application form at the following link to be considered for this course: https://forms.gle/Y8Si1snvzE3jxE6q7

Application deadline: CLOSED

Following the deadline listed above, the selection committee will review all of the submitted applications and make a selection of applicants based on criteria including a motivation letter, geographical representation, gender balance, and institutional balance.

Travel support

The M2H boot camp is an all-expenses-paid opportunity where all of the costs are covered by means of funding provided by Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI). This means that certain costs incurred by participants of the M2H boot camp, including travel and accommodation costs, are covered by the organizers of the M2H boot camp. It is important to point out that only some items can be covered upfront by the organizers whereas the rest of the items are covered by means of reimbursement.

Eligible cost items include the following:

  • Round-trip airline ticket
  • Public transportation costs
  • Accommodation costs
  • Visa application fee and associated travel to/from embassy/consulate
  • Transit visa application fee and associated travel to/from embassy/consulate

For successful applicants: please note you will be expected to attend the entire boot camp, 16 - 27 September 2024.

For US-based applicants: please note that we cannot provide travel grants/fellowships to individuals based in US due to funding constraints.