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2026 Cascadia Advanced Genomic Technologies

The Cascadia Advanced Genomic Technologies (CAGT) Meeting is a growing annual conference that brings together Cascadia’s (Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia) leading minds to accelerate discovery at the intersection of biology and technology.

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Allen Institute / Seattle, WA
dates / May 14 - 15, 2026
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Our goal is to develop Cascadia into a world-class hub for mammalian synthetic biology, leveraging the region’s strengths in functional genomics, machine learning, protein design, and genome engineering. Focused on the frontier of genomic innovation, this gathering explores how we design, read, and model complex biological systems. Join us to explore the tools transforming the field—from writing genomes to modeling them.

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Topics will cover the convergence of:

Synthetic Biology & DNA Recording  / Technology Development & Advances  / Modeling Development & Machine Learning  / Cellular & Genetic Engineering 

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Caleb Bashor

About the Bashor Lab

Using the tools of synthetic biology, we construct artificial regulatory circuits and test their function in living cells. This not only gives us insight into the design logic of natural regulation, but also allows us to predictively alter cellular phenotype to create cell-based translational applications.

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This conference will be held at the Allen Institute, a 270,000-square-foot life sciences building, located in South Lake Union neighborhood of Seattle. The building is purpose-built for life science research and facilitates our trademark team science approach amid abundant natural light and with stunning views of Seattle.

Upon arrival at the Allen Institute, check in at the registration desk each day located in the lobby and you will be directed to the meeting. Please wear your name badge for the duration of the meeting.

Getting to the Allen Institute

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  • Allen Institute has arranged a discounted rates at the following hotels:
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    • Citizen M (enter code IV4 under ‘special rates’)
  • Guests are responsible for arranging their own air travel and hotel room.

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Registration is closed.

The Cascadia Advanced Genomic Technologies (CAGT) Meeting is a growing annual conference that brings together Cascadia’s (Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia) leading minds to accelerate discovery at the intersection of biology and technology through collaboration and knowledge exchange.

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2026 Cascadia Advanced Genomic Technologies
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