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The 20th Annual Broad Institute Scientific Retreat will take place in-person Monday, December 16-Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) in the Seaport. Attend this year’s retreat and experience the depth of Broad science while connecting with fellow Broadies.
 

NEW Location!
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC)
415 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
 

The retreat is free and open to all members of the Broad community, including Broad staff, academic affiliates, associate and institute members, and members of their labs.

As a reminder, please abstain from sharing pictures, data, or other information from Broad Retreat presentations on social media. It's a great privilege to get a sneak peek at our colleagues' breakthroughs before the rest of the world. Let's make sure all that unpublished science stays between us Broadies.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Joana Quintal at retreat@broadinstitute.org.

The Broad Retreat is a closed meeting for members of the Broad community.

Meet the Retreat Planning Committee

 

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Registration
Registration

Members of the Broad community have received an invitation to register via email. Contact retreat@broadinstitute.org if you've yet to receive an invitation.

FAQs

Browse a collection of questions about the retreat, including information about shuttle service and accessibility, or ask your own.

Posters

All scientific poster submissions with full title, authors, and abstracts were due by Wed., Oct. 23. Poster submissions are no longer being accepted.

Pre-Retreat Primer

Are you a new Broadie or is this your first time attending the retreat? Join us at our pre-retreat primer to learn more about the retreat and what to expect. Learn about our scheduled talks, breakouts, posters, social activities, and tips and tricks along the way! Register to attend the Retreat Primer on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

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Talks
Talks

Each year, the retreat features a number of talks that represent a cross-section of the collaborative and innovative work taking place at Broad. Talk suggestion submissions are closed.

Social Events

On Monday, December 16 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, there is an optional offsite reception. Please plan your schedule accordingly! For more social activities, click the icon above.

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Breakouts
Breakouts

Attend breakout sessions where we discuss all aspects of the science we do. Topics may include exciting new fields, approaches, and technologies; the intersection of science and public life; ways the Broad supports and enables science; etc. Breakout suggestion submissions are closed. 

For Unpublished Work

In accordance with our standard practices, if you are presenting unpublished work you believe may be patentable, please contact the Office of Strategic Alliances and Partnering to complete an Invention Disclosure Form.