The aim of this meeting is bring together the UK Nucleic Acids Research community to discuss new research at the chemistry-biology interface that involves the study of nucleic acids. The meeting is for all researchers, but is particularly aimed at new academic staff members, post-doctoral workers or PhD students who wish to communicate their latest findings. The day will consist of short talks by young group leaders, post-docs and students. There will also be a poster session with a prize for the best poster.