Doorstep Meeting

Evolutionary Applications of Pan-genomes PEQG Doorstep Meeting

Tuesday, June 9, 1:00-4:00 p.m. PDT, Asilomar Conference Grounds

Led by John Lovell and Avril Harder, Genome Sequencing Center, HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

$99 fee; you do not need to register for PEQG 2026 , but this Doorstep Meeting can be added on at the time of registration. Or, to register for the Doorstep Meeting only, click here.

The availability of many reference genomes within and across species provides a powerful foundation to discover the causes and consequences of molecular evolution. When integrated into a single resource, these “pan-genomes” can capture the full spectrum of sequence and functional variation across individuals, populations, species, and higher order taxonomic groups. This richer framework can enable more accurate read mapping, variant discovery, and evolutionary inference, particularly in diverse or non-model systems.

This three-hour workshop will probe the challenges and benefits of pangenomics, through the lens of evolutionary, population, and quantitative genetics. Invited presentations, discussions, and hands-on tutorials will cover topics including:

• Pan-genome construction and analysis across very diverse taxa
• Phylogenetic inference in the context of multiple reference genomes
• Annotation of genes, structural variants, and functional effects
• Pan-genome graph construction and quality control

Attendance is limited to allow for plenty of interaction and in-depth discussion. Bring your fully charged laptop to the meeting.

This meeting will enhance your PEQG 2026 experience, but space is limited so act now! Separate reservation for $99 is required.