Join our User Meeting on Epigenetics | 2 December 2026

Are you interested in epigenetics and the latest technologies shaping this rapidly evolving field? On Wednesday 2 December 2026, the Erasmus MC Genomics Core Facility invites researchers to join an afternoon of expert talks, new insights and knowledge exchange.

From DNA methylation profiling to nanopore sequencing, and from single-cell approaches to population-scale studies, different technologies offer unique perspectives on epigenetic variation. During this User Meeting, experts will share their knowledge, practical applications and insights into how these approaches can complement each other.

Whether you are new to epigenetics or already working with these technologies, this meeting offers an opportunity to explore new possibilities, ask questions and connect with fellow researchers.

Register here!

Programme
We have put together a varied programme featuring speakers who will share their expertise and research experiences.

14.00 – 14.30 Doors open at room Ee-822

14.30 – 14.50 Introduction and presentation by Prof Joyce van Meurs, Genomics CoFa: Unlocking the epigenome: technologies and new opportunities at the Genomics Core Facility

14.50 – 15.10 Dr Isabel Schuurmans, Dept. of Epidemiology: Longitudinal epigenetics in childhood: results from the general population

15.10 – 15.30 Break

15.30 – 15.50 Prof Pim French, Dept. of Neurology: Grading tumours with epigenetics

15.50 – 16.10 Dr Saskia Wilting, Dept. of Medical Oncology: Using cell-free DNA methylation in patients with colorectal liver metastases

16.10 – 16.30 Dr Helen Ray-Jones, Dept. of Internal Medicine: Employing single-cell ultra-high-throughput multiplexed sequencing (SUM-seq) to reveal complex disease mechanisms

16.30 – 17.30 Drinks at room Ee-515

Event details
Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026
Time: 14:00 – 16:30, followed by drinks
Location: Rotterdam, Erasmus MC, Building Ee, room Ee-822

Audience
Researchers interested in epigenetics and its applications

Register now!
Interested in joining us? We look forward to welcoming you! Register here.

Discover new possibilities, exchange knowledge and connect with fellow researchers at Erasmus MC.