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67th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference
November 1-6, 2024
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge
Phoenix, Arizona
- Intensive professional development courses to educate and inspire
- Three full days of state-of-the-art keynotes, papers, and panels highlighting best practices and hands-on skills crucial for today’s biosafety and biosecurity professionals
- In-person exhibits showcasing the latest in laboratory biosafety and biosecurity products and services
- Invaluable networking opportunities to share and learn from other biosafety and biosecurity professionals
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 and discuss common issues, share advice, and exchange ideas. There will also be commercial exhibits showcasing the latest technologies in biosafety and biosecurity.
November 5th is U.S. election day. Don’t forget to request your absentee ballot.
In-person or Virtual Conference
Members: $915 (after 10/8 $965)
Nonmembers: $1170 (after 10/8 $1220)
Single Day (in-person only):
Members: $450 (after 10/8 $500)
Nonmembers: $525 (after 10/8 $575)
Professional Development Courses
ABSA Members:
4-hour courses: $450 (after 10/8 $500)
8-hour courses: $670 (after 10/8 $720)
Nonmembers:
4-hour courses: $550 (after 10/8 $600)
8-hour courses: $770 (after 10/8 $820)
Government rates also available (Government rate registrations do not include the opening reception or the banquet and it excludes all food and coffee.)
Members: $765 (after 10/8 $815)
Nonmembers: $1020 (after 10/8 $1070)
Additional banquet tickets will be available for purchase until Monday, November 4, 2024, or until sold out. Space is limited.
Cancellations received before September 20, 2024—85% refund; cancellations received between September 20-27, 2024—50% refund; cancellations received after September 27, 2024—no refund.
ABSA International is a P.A.C.E© Authorized Provider. Certification Maintenance (CM) Points are awarded for participation in the annual conference.
Featured Sponsor
In 2018, the Elizabeth R. Griffin Research Foundation selected Georgetown University to advance its research and education missions, launching a new era as the Elizabeth R. Griffin Program (ERG). ERG at Georgetown builds on the 20-year legacy of the Foundation’s work and the Georgetown University Medical Center’s mission of excellence in research, education, and the improvement of human health and well-being. The ERG Program works to enhance and sustain leadership in the expanding field of global health science and security. Through collaborative research, training, and education, ERG at Georgetown promotes evidence-based biosafety and biosecurity practices to protect the health and safety of researchers as well as the workers on the front lines of disease detection around the world.
Featured Speakers
Arnold G. Wedum Memorial Lecture Award
Yvonne (Bonnie) Maldonado, MD
Stanford University School of Medicine
Palo Alto, CA
From a House on Fire to a World in Shutdown: The Intersection of Epidemiology and Vaccinology
Monday 8:25 am
Invited Speaker
Christopher L. Parkinson, PhD
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
Mitigating Risk in the Field and Lab When Dealing With Venomous Creatures in Research
Monday 1:30 pm
Invited Speaker
George Poste, DVM, PhD
Arizona State University
Scottsdale, AZ
Biosecurity: Complexity, Complacency, Connectivity and Commitment
Tuesday 8:00 am
Eagleson Lecture Award
David Engelthaler, PhD
Translational Genomics Research Institute and Health Observatory at ASU
Phoenix, AZ
Advancing Health Knowledge With Pathogen Intelligence
Tuesday 11:05 am
Griffin Lecture Award
Djibril Sangaré, PhD
Malaria Research and Training Center (MRTC)
Bamako, Mali
Strengthening National and Regional Collaboration for Laboratory Biorisk Management in Mali and Across West and Central Africa
Wednesday 8:00 am
Richard Knudsen Award
Alan Beswick, PhD
Health and Safety Executive Science and Research Centre
Buxton, United Kingdom
An Assessment of Germicidal Ultraviolet Treatment Cabinets and Carousels Using a Bacteriophage Surface Challenge
Wednesday 1:45 pm
Robert I. Gross Student Award
Iris Magne
London Metropolitan University
London, England
International Biosecurity Education Network: A Timely Tool for Biosecurity
Wednesday 4:00 pm
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for P.A.C.E® Contact Hours and CM Points
Session Check In:
Tap the button that is located inside the session detail page. The button appears 15 minutes before the session begins and disappears 15 minutes after the session ends. You may check-in to the session OR an individual speaker. You do NOT need to do both. If you miss the 15-minute window you can scan the QR code available at the ABSA Store or ABSA Registration Desk.
Banquet
This year’s banquet will take place at Desert Foothills, a breathtaking private events venue located in North Scottsdale, just a 10-minute drive from the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa conference site. Selected for its exquisite views of the Sonoran Desert, set against the backdrop of the Valley of the Sun Phoenix Metro area, this venue showcases the unique beauty of the region. The Sonoran Desert stands out as one of the most ecologically diverse deserts in North America, boasting a wide array of plant and animal life. As you take in the scenery, savor the food and drinks, and partake in games, music, and the warmth of fire pits. Join us for a delightful evening of great barbeque, entertainment, and stunning landscapes with friends and colleagues.
2024 Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Miltenyi Biotec
San Diego, CA
Booths 401P & 403P
Sponsoring: Gift with company logo for all attendees
Silver Sponsor
BioSAFE Engineering LLC
Indianapolis, IN
Booth 405P
www.biosafeeng.com
Sponsoring: Invited Speaker
Bronze Sponsors
ABC Actini
Lewis Run, PA
Booth 402P
www.abc-actini.com
Sponsoring: Monday morning continental breakfast
Camfil Clean Air Solutions
Riverdale, NJ
Booth 404P
www.camfil.com
Sponsoring: Monday afternoon coffee break
Labconco Corporation
Kansas City, MO
Booth 309P
www.labconco.com
Sponsoring: Tuesday morning continental breakfast
NuAire, Inc.
Plymouth, MN
Booth 400P
www.nuaire.com
Sponsoring: Monday morning coffee break
Progressive Recovery, Inc. (PRI Bio)
Dupo, IL
Booth 501P
www.prisystems.com
Sponsoring: Tuesday morning coffee break
Triumvirate Environmental
Somerville, MA
Booth 506
www.triumvirate.com
Sponsoring: Tuesday afternoon coffee break