Tucson Myofilament Meeting, May 23-26

The Tucson Myofilament Meeting is an international 3.5-day Sarver Heart Center conference that brings together approximately 250 scientists focused on the structure and function of the myofilaments that comprise the contractile machinery of muscle. Spanning topics from molecular biophysics to heart and skeletal muscle disease mechanisms and drug development, the meeting is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and informal atmosphere, with strong engagement of early career investigators.

Traditionally held biennially at the University of Wisconsin, the meeting will continue at the University of Arizona beginning in May 2026, offering a distinctive Tucson setting that fosters scientific exchange and community building.

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Linda L Restifo, MD, PhD

Member of the Graduate Faculty
Professor, BIO5 Institute
Professor, Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Professor, Clinical Translational Sciences
Professor, Entomology / Insect Science - GIDP
Professor, Genetics - GIDP
Professor, Neurology
Professor, Neuroscience
Professor, Neuroscience - GIDP
Research Interests: 
  • Developmental neurogenetics
  • Developmental brain disorders
  • Neurotoxicity
  • Human genetic disease
  • Technology development in cellular neuroscience
  • Drug discovery
     
Board Certifications: 
Arizona Medical Board, 1993
Degrees: 
PhD, Genetics, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
MD, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
BA, Biology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Primary College, Department: 
College of Medicine
Department of Neurology