The inner membrane of mitochondria exhibits a unique three dimensional structure. It is also exceptionally rich in proteins, most of which facilitate transport and catalytic processes. Currently, it is assumed that the structure of the inner membrane enables dedicated protein and lipid environments resulting in the spatial organization of protein functions. Accordingly, protein function and membrane topology appear to be tightly intertwined with each other in mitochondria.
Considering this, it is surprising that we still lack detailed insight into how the inner membrane is shaped. Moreover, information on the actual distribution of protein functions in the inner membrane is very scarce at the best. To this end, experimental approaches that provide temporal and spatial information of inner membrane shape and protein localisations are essential to assess and eventually understand how membrane shape and functional organization are brought about. The combination of functional analyses with state-of-the-art microscopy allows to obtain a detailed view on the organization of the inner membrane, to address the question on how proteins support the shaping of the inner membrane, and to define how these processes are interconnected and regulated in the cellular context.
This conference brings together experts with unique expertise in mitochondrial imaging technologies with scientists addressing central biological questions on mitochondrial functions.
University of Padua, Padua, IT
IMOL Institute, Warschau, PL
Max-Planck-Institut für Biophysik, Frankfurt/Main, GER
Heinrich Heine University, Düsseldorf, GER
Universität Kaiserslautern, Kaiserslautern, GER
, Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Jülich, GER
This is the preliminary schedule. We will update the schedule in due time before the conference starts!
Opening
09:00 - 09:10
"N.N."
09:35 - 10:10
"Crosstalk and metabolic control of mitochondrial inner membrane-shaping protein
machineries"
10:10 - 10:35
10:35- 11:05
"N.N."
11:05 - 11:40
"Supramolecular organization of ATP synthase and protonic energy coupling"
10:40 - 12:05
"Investigation of the spatial distribution of OXPHOS complex assembly in mammalian
cells"
12:05 - 12:30
12:30- 13:30
"N.N."
13:30 - 14:05
"Molecular characterization of protein-dependent inner mitochondrial membrane
morphogenesis"
14:05 - 14:30
"Structural and mechanistic studies on the machineries governing the shape of the inner
mitochondrial membrane"
14:30 - 14:55
"Role of the inner mitochondrial membrane in innate immune signaling paradigms"
14:55 - 15:20
15:20 - 17:00
"N.N."
17:00 - 18:00
18:00
"N.N."
09:00 - 09:35
09:35 - 10:35
10:35 - 11:00
"N.N."
11:00 - 11:35
"Influence of oligodendrocyte factors in vivo on the heterogeneity of the inner
mitochondrial membrane in axons of retinal ganglion cells and white matter tracts"
11:35 - 12:00
"Structural basis and organization of human cytochrome c oxidase biogenesis"
12:00 - 12:25
"Structure and dynamics of the inner mitochondrial membrane by correlated fluorescence
and electron cryo-microscopy"
12:25 - 12:50
The registration fee is 75€ for PhDs and 99€ for postdocs and senior researchers. Symposium attendance as well as meals and drinks are included in the fee.
All necessary information and application for a presentation is provided there. Based on these submissions, the selected candidates will be asked to present their poster in a talk.
After submission, confirmation of registration and payment instructions will be provided by email.
Please be informed that payment is by bank transfer ONLY. Unfortunately, payments with credit cards or PayPal will not be accepted.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any other inquiries.
Göttingen – This lively university town with a historical charm is very popular with travelers and tourists, so be sure to book your accommodation well in advance.
A certain number of rooms have been reserved at the Four Points by Sheraton Göttingen (Bahnhofsallee 1a, 37081 Göttingen, Germany). Make your reservation by 26 January 2026 via this link (reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis).
Please note that we do not specifically recommend any hotels. Other hotels within a reasonable distance to the venue “Alte Mensa” include the following:
The following web pages provide some additional information about Göttingen, accommodation and also about public transport in Göttingen:
Tagungs- und Veranstaltungshaus "Alte Mensa"
Hannah-Vogt-Saal und Emmy-Noether-Saal
Wilhelmsplatz 3
37073 Göttingen
Germany
The Alte Mensa is located in the heart of Göttingen city centre, just a 15-minute walk from the railway station. The bus lines 41, 42, 50 and 72 also run regularly from the station to the nearest bus stop "Jüdenstraße".
To reach the Alte Mensa from the Four Points by Sheraton hotel, you can either take buses 31 or 32, which run regularly between the “Otto-Frey-Brücke” and “Jüdenstraße” bus stops, or walk for 20 minutes.
If you need further information about the conference, the payment, the registration or if you have any other question, do not hesitate to contact us!
University Medical Faculty / MPI for Biophysical Chemistry, Göttingen, GER
Administrative Coordinator, MPI for Multidisciplinary Sciences, Göttingen, GER
Scientific Coordinator, University Medical Faculty / Fraunhofer ITMP TNM, Göttingen, GER
