On behalf of the conference organising committee, we thank you for attending the fourth annual conference of the Australasian RNA Biology and Biotechnology (A-RNA) Association.
Our annual meeting brought together the RNA research community across Australia and New Zealand. Our program included presentations by internationally invited speakers and leaders in the field from Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and beyond, highlighting the latest RNA discoveries and applications being developed across the region.
A-RNA aimed to showcase RNA as a pivotal molecule to meet pressing biomedical and biotechnological challenges in synergy with industry, government, and academia. This forum constituted a unique opportunity to network with the A-RNA community. We hosted a diverse cohort of members and attendees representing the spectrum of RNA research in Australasia, spanning cutting-edge fundamental research through translation, clinical and industrial applications. A significant proportion of attendees were trainees and post-docs.
The A-RNA conference was the leading meeting in the field in Australia/NZ and was home to world-leading RNA research. The Conference commenced on Monday, September 1st, 2025, kicking off with an opening session, and the event unfolded over two days filled with captivating talks, thought-provoking keynotes, and dynamic poster sessions. The conference was held at the UTS Aerial Function Centre in the cosmopolitan Sydney CBD.
We look forward to seeing you in Brisbane in 2026.
On behalf of the A-RNA 2025 organising committee,
Prof Carl Walkley, Hudson Institute and Monash University, Melbourne
Prof Irina Voineagu, UNSW RNA Institute, UNSW
Dr Jocelyn Widagdo, Queensland Brain Institute, UQ
Dr Justin Wong, University of Sydney
Prof Pall Thordarson, UNSW RNA Institute, UNSW
Dr Selene Fernandez-Valverde, UNSW RNA Institute, UNSW
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