Mayo Clinic RNA Discoveries and Therapeutics Conference 2026 - Live (in-person)

Jacksonville, FL US
December 2, 2026 to December 4, 2026


Course Directors - Nilufer Ertekin-Taner, M.D., Ph.D. and Himakshi Jhala, M.P.H., M.B.A., FACHE
December 2 - 4, 2026 - Hilton Jacksonville Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville, Florida

The Mayo Clinic RNA Discoveries and Therapeutics Conference 2026  convenes experts in the areas of RNA biology and RNA therapeutics development and application across various disease areas, including but not limited to neurological diseases, cancer, and rare diseases. This conference aims to identify gaps and opportunities in this field, leveraging RNA therapeutics from discovery to translation to clinical trials.

Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$675
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$500
Residents, Fellows, Students$350

 

Target Audience

This course is relevant for scientists, physicians and other healthcare professionals specializing in oncology, neurology, rare diseases, and metabolic specialties. The content also benefits individuals involved in cancer research, neurological studies, study of metabolic disorders, the development of RNA-based therapeutics, and clinical trial coordinators.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Assess existing approaches to the discovery of RNA targets
  • Review the current state of RNA therapeutics to include their discovery and translation into practice
  • Assess existing approaches to the development of novel therapies to include treatment and delivery modalities
  • Identify gaps in the development of RNA therapies for common complex and rare diseases
  • Identify future opportunities for development of RNA therapies in common complex and rare diseases

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 15.75 Attendance
Event starts: 
12/02/2026 - 8:00am
Event ends: 
12/04/2026 - 12:00pm
Cost:
$675.00
Hilton Jacksonville Mayo Clinic
4745 Transformation Way
Jacksonville, FL 32224
United States

Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rate of $215 at the Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic. In order to receive the special rates, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the cut-off date of November 10, 2026, whichever comes first.  

Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic hotel link.  If you would prefer to call to make your reservation, call 904-929-9000. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic RNA Conference - Reference #25857648 - when making your reservation.

All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Statement:

AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.

DayCredit(s)
Wednesday6.50
Thursday6.25
Friday3.00

For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.

Available Credit

  • 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 15.75 Attendance

Thank you for your interest in Mayo Clinic RNA Discoveries and Therapeutics Conference 2026. This course is currently in the early planning stages. If you’d like to be notified when opportunities become available, please add your name to our Notify Me list. Signing up to be notified will ensure that you receive an email when exhibitor information is available.  No additional information is available until then. 

Price

Cost:
$675.00
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Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion

Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.

Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled. 

The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.


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