Ecology and evolution of host-parasite interactions in a changing world
Global change is in full swing, and increasingly affecting the emergence, spread, and impact of disease.
The mechanistic and evolutionary basis of programmed DNA elimination
Beyond mutations, the genetic content of an organism is generally constant across cells throughout development.
Insect immunity: the guardian of homeostasis and symbiosis
The study of insect immune defenses has fascinated scientists since the emergence of germ theory in the 19th century.
Developmental regulation: from molecular to ecological niches
A series of “Conférences Jacques Monod” has been held since 2012 to address current questions in developmental biology. The program of the conference in 2026 (May 18-22th) will focus on the “niche concept” at diverse scales and its impact on deve
A multidimensional view of speciation: bridging micro and macro-evolution 🔚 Event concluded
Speciation lies at the intersection of microevolution, which focuses on variation within species, and macroevolution, which examines speciation rates and extinction patterns at global scale.
Evolutionary and ecological genomics of polyploidy in plants: temporal dynamics across scales of biological organization from molecules to ecosystems 🔚 Event concluded
One of the most important realizations of the genomics era is that whole genome duplication, resulting from polyploidy, is a central mechanism of biological diversification in plants, leading to adaptation and speciation.
Origin of metazoans: 🔚 Event concluded
All living animals, the metazoans, are derived from a single ancestral multicellular assemblage that formed in the earth’s oceans hundreds of millions of years ago.
Molecular basis for membrane remodelling and organisation: 🔚 Event concluded
Biological membranes serve as barriers, enabling the isolation of cells from their surroundings and the compartmentalization of a cell's interior into distinct intracellular compartments with specific functions.