TT2023 meeting report on the 18th Transgenic Technology meeting in Houston, United States

The 18th Transgenic Technology Meeting, held in Houston, Texas from November 12–15, 2023, was a vibrant international forum. It brought together nearly 400 delegates to discuss advances in transgenic technologies and the science these technologies support. Among them were 329 in-person and 70 remote delegates, representing 26 countries from 5 continents. The event, hosted by the International Society for Transgenic Technologies (ISTT), was set against the backdrop of the Hyatt Regency’s panoramic views, reflecting the innovative spirit of the conference. A notable precursor to the main conference was the Allele Design Pre-conference Workshop, which fostered in-depth discussions on state-of-the-art methodologies. The main conference encompassed ten sessions, delving into diverse topics from Precision Animal Models of Human Disease to the use of transgenic animals in Space Biology. Eighty posters provided for a lively exchange of ideas, while the ISTT Prize and other awards highlighted the event’s commitment to excellence. Beyond the conference halls, attendees had the opportunity to venture into Houston’s Museum District, home to 19 museums in the downtown area, or indulge in unique dining experiences.