Eschewing the usual Lorne Protein conference this year, Mitch and a small hardcore band of transcription people headed for the Lorne Genome Conference – same location, different science! As well as the chance to hear Phil Gregory from Sangamo talk about designer zinc fingers, Mitch was able to win a prize for his poster on protein design using RanBP-type zinc fingers. Well done Mitch – will help pay for your rent increase!