• RNA Innovation Seminar: Sundeep Kalantry, Ph.D., Professor of Human Genetics, U-M Medical School

    "Evolution of Mammalian Dosage Compensation" Sundeep Kalantry, Ph.D. Professor, Human Genetics, University of Michigan Medical School     In-person: Kahn Auditorium, BSRB | Hybrid link Abstract: The sex chromosomes pose an inequality between XX females and XY males. In therian mammals, the Y chromosome contains few unique genes, whereas the X chromosome harbors ~1000 protein-coding genes and many...

  • 2025 RNA Symposium

    BSRB – Kahn Auditorium

    The Center for RNA Biomedicine at the University of Michigan, in partnership with the Society for RNA Therapeutics, proudly invites you to the 2025 RNA Symposium. Taking place from Thursday, March 6 to Saturday, March 8, 2025, this premier event will convene thought leaders and pioneering researchers in the field of RNA science and biomedicine. Scheduled Speakers: Jeff Coller, Johns...

  • RNA Collaborative Seminar Series

    Virtual

    The next RNA Collaborative Seminar will be held virtually on Wednesday, April 9th at 4 pm ET (Eastern, US/Canada), hosted by the University of Rochester Center for RNA Biology & University of Michigan Center for RNA Biomedicine. Please see below for more details and the Zoom webinar registration link, and share widely with your communities and networks. Wednesday, April 9th at 4 pm...

  • RNA Innovation Seminar: Connie Wu, Ph.D., Research Assistant Professor, Life Sciences Institute; Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Michigan

    BSRB - ABC Seminar rooms 109 Zina Pitcher Pl, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    "Programming and probing the body: from RNA therapeutics to single-molecule detection" Connie Wu, Ph.D. Research Assistant Professor, Life Sciences Institute, Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Michigan, U-M Medical School In-person: ABC Seminar Rooms, BSRB | Hybrid link Abstract: Our lab integrates biomolecular engineering and bioanalytical chemistry approaches to develop next-generation diagnostic and therapeutic platforms....

  • RNA Innovation Seminar: Lydia Freddolino, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biological Chemistry, Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics, U-M Medical School

    BSRB – Kahn Auditorium

    "Transcriptional control by heterochromatin-like regions is a conserved feature across the bacterial kingdom" Lydia Freddolino, Ph.D. Associate Professor Biological Chemistry Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics University of Michigan Medical School     In-person: Kahn Auditorium, BSRB | Hybrid link Abstract: Despite decades of dogma indicating that bacterial chromosomes are universally accessible to transcription, more recent evidence has emerged indicating...

  • RNA Innovation Seminar: John Lueck, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Pharmacology and Physiology; Neurology, University of Rochester Medical Center

    BSRB - ABC Seminar rooms 109 Zina Pitcher Pl, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    “Development of ACE-tRNAs as a platform therapeutic for nonsense-associated diseases” John D. Lueck, Ph.D. Associate Professor Pharmacology and Physiology Neurology University of Rochester Medical Center   In-person: ABC Seminar Rooms, BSRB | Hybrid link Co-hosted by the Cystic Fibrosis at UM Initiative Abstract: We have generated a library of AntiCodon Edited (ACE) -tRNAs that are capable of suppressing...

  • Cracking the Code: Phil Sharp and the Biotech Revolution – Film Screening and Post-Film Panel Discussion

    Michigan Theater 603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

     Thursday, October 23 at 7:00 PM Michigan Theater 603 E Liberty St Ann Arbor, MI 48104. To purchase tickets, please visit the Marquee Arts Website Special offer for current U-M students! Use the promo code UMRNA to unlock the Complimentary Ticket option. Good for one ticket, while supplies last. Must show current U-M Student...

  • 2026 RNA Symposium

    BSRB – Kahn Auditorium

    RNA Frontiers: From Mechanisms to Medicine This year’s symposium explores the dynamic world of RNA, highlighting how fundamental mechanisms and molecular machines are shaping both our understanding of cellular processes and the development of next-generation medical innovations. Through cutting-edge scientific talks and a patient advocacy panel discussion, we will explore a wide range of topics...

  • RNA Collaborative Seminar: April 8, 10:00 a.m. EDT: University of Michigan Center for RNA Biomedicine and Regensburg Center for Biochemistry

    Virtual

    UPDATE 4.13.2026 The video recording of the seminar is now available to view on our YouTube channel. Visit https://youtu.be/n7zQtI8tfMw?si=EzVmsIyAIag8QHqc The next RNA Collaborative Seminar to be held virtually Wednesday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m. EDT (Eastern, US/Canada). This seminar will be presented virtually and hosted by the University of Michigan Center for RNA Biomedicine and Regensburg Center for Biochemistry (RCB). Zoom Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eBYbfEgRTjS27HtF-HXjwQ Wednesday,...

  • 2026 Trainee RNA Seminar – Student-Postdoc Council

    BSRB - ABC Seminar rooms 109 Zina Pitcher Pl, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    We’re excited to invite you to the next 2026 Trainee RNA Seminar on Monday, April 20 at 4:00 p.m. EDT. This session will feature a chalk talk workshop presented by Dr. Rachel Niederer, Assistant Professor of Biological Chemistry, Medical School, Biological Chemistry Dept., Faculty Scholar, Center for RNA Biomedicine. Dr. Niederer will present her chalk...