International Muscle Biology Research Conference
A premier gathering shaped by decades of community leadership
For over 20 years, the Society for Muscle Biology has united researchers through collaborative conferences. Originating from 1990s myogenesis meetings, SMB launched Frontiers in Myogenesis in 2000 and later the alternating Muscle Stem Cells meeting. These events advance research in muscle development, regeneration, and disease while strengthening the community.
The next meeting will take place in Victoria, British Columbia, July 19-24, 2026
Myogenesis moment
Problems are meant to be solved
Gene therapy pioneer Dr. Jeffrey Chamberlain opens up about why micro-dystrophin alone won’t cure muscular dystrophy, and shares why the field must double down on the challenge of delivering genes safely, plus his candid advice for young myologists on balancing bold ideas with career-safe projects.
Satellite cell spotlight
Seeing is believing
Dr. Brendan Evano opens up about pioneering live intravital imaging to watch muscle stem cells divide and regenerate tissue in real time, and reflects on the hard lesson of surviving short-term contracts as an ambitious postdoc, plus his candid advice for young myologists on mastering coding and building expertise that makes you impossible to overlook.