Save the date for the 61st Annual Biological Safety Conference, October 12-17, 2018 in Charleston, South Carolina. More information about the conference can be found at
http://www.absaconference.org. Registration and the Preliminary Conference Program will be online in June.
The ABSA International Conference is the largest biosafety and biosecurity conference in the world! The conference will provide solutions to tackle your most challenging issues, present fascinating case studies and showcase the latest developments in biosafety and biosecurity, ABSA International's educational sessions offer insights into the ever-changing world of biosafety and biosecurity, keeping you updated on the latest techniques and best practices. You'll have opportunities to network with your peers face-to-face and discuss common issues, share advice, and exchange ideas. There will also be commercial exhibits that will showcase the latest technologies in biosafety and biosecurity.
Conference Highlights
- 3 full days of scientific presentations addressing the latest developments in biosafety and biosecurity
- National Biosafety Month Events
- NextGen Session on Careers in Biosafety
- International Session on Sunday, October 14
- 80+ exhibitors at the ABSA International tradeshow
- Multiple networking opportunities with experts and your peers
Featured Scientific Program Presenters
- Kasthuri Venkateswaran, PhD-NASA-Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- Julie Fischer, PhD-Georgetown University Medical Center
- Paul Turner, PhD-Yale University
- Megan Palmer, PhD-Stanford University
Professional Development Courses
This year there will be 26 professional development course offerings targeting all stages of biosafety professionals, from basic to advanced.
Topics include:
- Emerging Technologies
- Biosecurity
- Biocontainment
- Laboratory Facilities
- Human Gene Transfer
- Shipping
Attending the ABSA International Conference provides you with the opportunity to earn CM Points and P.A.C.E.© Contact Hours, forge valuable new connections, and acquire insights to enhance your biosafety and biosecurity knowledge with practical application at your workplace. The wide variety of courses, posters, and lectures will increase your professional development, address scientific issues and management trends.
ABSA International Biosafety and Biosecurity Tradeshow
The ABSA International Conference will also feature a biosafety and biosecurity tradeshow showcasing the latest in laboratory biosafety and biosecurity products and services. There will be approximately 80 exhibitors in the ABSA Exhibit Hall. ABSA will be offering exhibit only passes for those who are not attending the scientific program but are interested in seeing the latest in products and services in the ABSA Exhibit Hall. A list of exhibitors and sponsors can be found at
http://absaconference.org/sponsorexhibitor-info/.
Hotel Information
Make your hotel reservations at any of the official ABSA International Conference Hotels at
http://absaconference.org/travel-accommodations/. All hotels within the ABSA International hotel block will offer complimentary breakfast.
PLEASE NOTE: None of the hotels listed on the ABSA website will make sales calls to book rooms. Members have reported booking through these unsolicited offers in the past and did not have a room when they attempted to check-in. If you receive one of these calls, we would welcome any information about these solicitors that you are willing to share (company names or contact information). Their actions may be illegal.
Shuttle
ABSA International will provide a shuttle service from the North Charleston Convention Center to downtown Charleston (dropping off at the Visitor Center) on Friday, October 12, Saturday, October 13, and Monday, October 15 beginning at 5 pm. The final shuttle will depart from the Charleston Visitor Center (downtown) back to the North Charleston Convention Center at 11:30 pm.
If you have any questions or information, please contact the ABSA International Office at 866-425-1385 or info@absa.org.
