STATGEN 2026: Conference on Statistics in Genomics and Genetics

May 18-20, 2026

Emory University, Rollins School of Public Health, Atlanta, GA

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STATGEN 2026, the third section conference of the ASA Statistics in Genomics and Genetics (SSGG), will be held May 18–20, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. The in-person conference will take place at the R. Randall Rollins Building, part of the Rollins School of Public Health on the Emory University campus (1518 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30322-4201). It is organized by ASA SSGG and the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health, in collaboration with colleagues from Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State, and the University of Georgia.

STATGEN 26 abstract call is open!

Key Dates

Abstract Due & Registration Open: December 15, 2025
Abstract Decision: February 15, 2026
Early Bird Registration: TBA
Hotel Block Cutoff: TBA

Registration & Hotel

Call for Abstracts

Submit your abstract for talks or posters across all tracks.

Submit Abstract
Registration open on December 15

Registration Rates

Early bird registration (December 15, 2025 - Early bird cutoff)
  • ASA SSGG member: $335
  • ASA member: $355
  • Non-ASA member: $410
  • Student/postdoc: $135
Regular registration (Early bird cutoff - May 20, 2026)
  • ASA SSGG member: $390
  • ASA member: $410
  • Non-ASA member: $465
  • Student/postdoc: $190

Banquet with keynote speaker*: $60 (add-on)

Trainees, junior researchers, and other participants with financial need may indicate their need for travel support during registration. Travel support will be allocated based on availability and demonstrated need.

Recommended Hotels

Emory Conference Center Hotel (primary)

Address: 1615 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30329

Distance to conference venue: 0.4 mile (approx. 10-minute walk)

Rate: $199 per night

On-campus convenience with special conference rates

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Courtyard Atlanta Executive Park/Emory

Address: 1236 Executive Park Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30329

Distance to conference venue: Approximately 2.5 miles

Rate: $129 per night

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Holiday Inn Express Atlanta Northeast Clairmont

Address: 2920 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329

Distance to conference venue: 4.4 miles

Rate: $134 per night

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Please note that rooms offered at the discounted conference rate are limited in number. We encourage attendees to make reservations as early as possible.

Schedule

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9:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Session: Invited Talks
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Keynote Speaker
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Session: Invited Talks
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Session: Invited Talks and Lightning Talks
5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Posters, Networking, Cheese & Crackers, Cash Bar
Evening
Informal Dinner Gathering (Invitation Only)
6:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Morning Jog
9:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Session: Invited Talks and Lightning Talks
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Keynote Speaker
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Posters and Coffee Break
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Session: Invited Talks
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Banquet and Keynote
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Poster Awards and Bingo Prizes
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Keynote Speaker
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Session: Invited Talks

Keynote Speakers

Distinguished researchers in statistics, genomics, and genetics

Michael P. Epstein

Michael P. Epstein

Professor

Emory University

Nancy Zhang

Nancy Zhang

Professor

University of Pennsylvania

Hector Corrada Bravo

Hector Corrada Bravo

Senior Scientist

Genentech

Banquet Speaker

Join us for the banquet dinner with our distinguished speaker

Michael Wu

Michael Wu

Professor

Fred Hutch

Organizing Committee

Local Organizing Committee

Chang Su

Chang Su (Co-Chair)

Assistant Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

Zhaohui Steve Qin

Zhaohui "Steve" Qin (Co-Chair)

Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University

Members

Julia Wrobel

Assistant Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

Emory University

Xiangqin Cui

Research Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

Emory University

Jian Hu

Assistant Professor

Department of Human Genetics

Emory University

Joshua Weinstock

Assistant Professor

Department of Human Genetics

Emory University

Jingjing Yang

Associate Professor

Department of Human Genetics

Emory University

Michael Epstein

Professor

Department of Human Genetics

Emory University

King Jordan

Professor

Department of Biological Sciences

Georgia Institute of Technology

Greg Gibson

Professor

Department of Biological Sciences

Georgia Institute of Technology

Xiuwei Zhang

Assistant Professor

Department of Computational Science and Engineering

Georgia Institute of Technology

Peng Qiu

Professor

Department of Biomedical Engineering

Georgia Institute of Technology

Yichuan Zhao

Professor

Department of Statistics

Georgia State University

Ping Ma

Professor

Department of Statistics

University of Georgia

Ximing Ran

PhD student

Website developer

Emory University

Program Committee

Stephanie Hicks

Stephanie Hicks

Associate Professor

Department of Biostatistics

Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Members

Eric Lock

Eric Lock

Associate Professor

Division of Biostatistics

University of Minnesota

Kui Shen

Kui Shen

Senior Principal Scientist

Bayer

Zhaohui Steve Qin

Zhaohui "Steve" Qin

Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

Emory University

Co-chairs for Program Tracks

Data Integration

Gen Li

Associate Professor

Department of Biostatistics

University of Michigan

Pei Wang

Professor

Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Functional Genomics

Rhonda Bacher

Associate Professor

Department of Biostatistics

University of Florida

Hongkai Ji

Professor

Department of Biostatistics

Johns Hopkins University

Single-cell and Spatial Omics

Lulu Shang

Assistant Professor

Department of Biostatistics

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Wei Sun

Professor

Public Health Sciences Division

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

Imaging and Digital Pathology

Julia Wrobel

Assistant Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics

Emory University

Mingyao Li

Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology

University of Pennsylvania

Precision Medicine, Biomarkers, Pharmacogenomics, and Diagnostics

Gina D'Angelo

Statistical Science Director

AstraZeneca

Wenting Wang

Global Head of Biomarker Statistics

Sanofi

Statistical Genetics and Risk Prediction

Jingjing Yang

Associate Professor

Department of Human Genetics

Emory University

Audrey Hendricks

Associate Professor

Department of Statistics

University of Colorado Denver

Statistical Methods for Emerging Technologies

Hongtu Zhu

Professor

Department of Biostatistics

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Christina Kendziorski

Professor

Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Visitor Information

About Atlanta

Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, is a major hub for research, education, and healthcare in the Southeastern United States. The city offers:

  • Research Excellence: Home to multiple world-class universities and research institutions
  • Connectivity: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport - one of the world's busiest airports
  • Culture: Rich history, vibrant arts scene, and diverse culinary offerings
  • Climate: Pleasant spring weather in May, perfect for outdoor activities

Explore Atlanta's attractions including the CDC Museum, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and the historic Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park.

Local Parking and Transportation

Transportation to and from the Airport

The nearest airport to the conference venue at Emory University is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), located approximately 17 miles south of campus.

Attendees have several convenient transportation options:

Taxi/Rideshare

Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are readily available at ATL. The average travel time to Emory University is 25–40 minutes, depending on traffic, with fares typically ranging from $35–$60.

Rental Cars

All major rental car companies operate out of ATL. Driving to Emory takes approximately 30 minutes, and parking is available on and near campus for those who prefer this option.

Parking Facilities Near the Conference Venue

Michael Street Parking Deck

Location: Right next to the conference venue (1-min walk)

Note: We will provide parking vouchers for conference attendees.

Local Dining Options

At the Conference Venue

  • Dancing Goats Coffee: Coffee & tea, bakery, snacks
  • Rollins Café: Lunch, breakfast, coffee & tea

Near Campus

Emory Point (0.6 mile, 3-min walk)

The General Muir, Sri Thai Kitchen

Emory Village (1.2 mile, 23-min walk)

Cava, Falafel King, Double Zero, Dave's Cosmic Subs, Panera Bread, Sweetgreen, Sankranti Indian Kitchen, Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jimmy John's, Domino's, and Ali's Cookies.

Local Attractions

  • World of Coca‑Cola – Interactive museum showcasing the history and global influence of Coca‑Cola, with tasting stations from around the world.
  • Georgia Aquarium – Home to whale sharks, manta rays, and immersive exhibits. Was the largest aquarium in the world from its opening in 2005 until 2012; remains the largest aquarium in the United States and the sixth largest in the world.
  • Atlanta Botanical Garden – Located in Piedmont Park, featuring diverse plant collections, seasonal displays, and a canopy walk.
  • Zoo Atlanta – Popular zoo featuring giant pandas, gorillas, and hundreds of other species.
  • Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park – Includes MLK's childhood home, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the King Center.
  • Centennial Olympic Park – Created for the 1996 Summer Olympics; features the Fountain of Rings and commemorative monuments.
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