Optogenetics Gordon Research Conference

#OptoGRC2026 is just around the corner! We are thrilled for this year's program, including keynote speakers @OferYizhar, @sjo09, and @yusterafa. Applications to attend are still being accepted through April 12. Register now👇 grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Thrilled to welcome back 2024 chair @OferYizhar as one of our #OptoGRC2026 keynote speakers! Don’t miss his Sunday evening talk, framing the week ahead with a big-picture look at optogenetics and why it matters 🔦🤔 Apply to attend: grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

We are officially less than two months away from #OptoGRC2026! 🤩 Submit your abstract by March 22 to be considered for a talk. Attendee applications are open until April 12, but we recommend applying soon before spots fill up! Register: grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Back again for #OptoGRC2026—meet meeting co-chair @okaysteve! Steve is an associate professor at @BU_Tweets and is especially excited about mentor-mentee lunches and supporting the next generation of researchers. Fun fact: he calls his parents twice a day, every day 📞❤️

Returning as #OptoGRC2026 co-chair, meet @bjmarlin! She's an assistant professor at @Columbia & is most looking forward to seeing old friends & new data. Bianca is also a proud bug mom, welcoming her first walking stick bug babies to her collection in September 🐛

There’s still time to apply for #OptoGRC2026! 🙌 All applications are considered for support, including the opportunity for full registration coverage. Poster submissions & statements of interest encouraged! Apply by 2/20 to maximize your chances👇 grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Don’t miss out on the chance to present at #OptoGRC2026! Apply to attend and submit a poster abstract to be considered for an oral presentation during the conference 🎤 Early applications are strongly encouraged! 🔽 grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Introducing co-vice chair @InAnOther! Gisella is a team leader at @ESPCI_Paris and is most excited about the immersive exchange and new ideas #OptoGRC2026 will inspire. Fun fact: when she’s not studying neurons, you can find her spinning on a pole 💃💪

🚨 Reminder: Applications for #OptoGRC2026 are now OPEN! Don’t miss your chance to join an incredible week of science, discovery, and connection with the brightest minds in optogenetics 💡🧠 Apply now for the best chance of acceptance: grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

It's time to meet your #OptoGRC2026 chairs! Co-vice chair @tinakim_neuro is an assistant professor at @Princeton who spent the summer building a van for weekend adventures 🚐✨ She's most looking forward to meeting new people & exploring areas outside of her usual wheelhouse!

In 2016, the first Opto GRC was created to bring together scientists pushing the boundaries of optogenetics research 🧠🌟 Join us to celebrate 10 incredible years of collaboration and discovery—applications for #OptoGRC2026 are now open! Apply now: grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Opto GRC is now on Bluesky! 💙 We’re thrilled to join in on the fun and share #OptoGRC2026 updates with even more of the optogenetics community! Follow us ⬇️ bsky.app/profile/optogr…

📆Mark your calendars: #OptoGRC2026 is headed back to Tuscany, May 10-15, 2026! We look forward to reuniting with our amazing community for a week of great science, thoughtful discussions & shared time with colleagues. More details coming soon👇🏽 grc.org/optogenetic-ap…

Honored to have been part of @OptoGRC and thrilled to have been awarded the Carlstorm Diversity Fellowship! 🎉 Also grateful to have won a poster award!! 🥇 🏆 Huge thanks to @okaysteve and @bjmarlin for their support and hosting a fantastic event! #Latinosinscience

Mentally still in Tuscany with my 183 new friends 🥹 #OptoGRC2024 @OptoGRC

That's a wrap on #OptoGRC2024 - thanks to all for making it a huge success! We're already excited for our next meeting, led by incoming chairs @okaysteve & @bjmarlin and newly elected vice-chairs @InAnOther & @tinakim_neuro. Hope to see you all at #OptoGRC2026! 💙💚💙

Three generations of #OptoGRC chairs in one photo! 💚 Stay tuned as we pass the torch to the 2026 leadership team - to be announced soon!

@OptoBiolabs Thank you for supporting #OptoGRC2024!

Thank you for organizing this wonderful meeting and creating such a welcoming opto-Community! Safe travels home everyone and see you next time 🌈💡🌈💡🌈

Time to hit the road after an amazing @OptoGRC meeting full of cutting edge science, great people and yummy food. Many thanks for the invitation and the organization to @OferYizhar @okaysteve and @bjmarlin

Huge shoutout to the #OptoGRC2024 social committee! 🕺🎊 @Akemi_Ito_, @surajx2 & @ko3600 have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep us entertained this past week. Thank you for bringing the fun and inspiring our community!