CAFPA & ASM D.C. Branch
Fall Meeting 2026
Microbes on the Menu: Detection, Response, and Resilience
October 23, 2026 I 10 AM - 4 PM
Howard University
Washington, D.C.
Join DC area microbial scientists (professionals and students) for an exciting meeting of science and networking!!
This year's fall meeting is a one day symposium highlighting cutting edge research as well as providing opportunities for networking and outreach. We are holding the meeting at Howard University. Lunch will be served.
Our Program Includes invited and submitted presentations.
Keynote Speakers (Invited)
-Longer Talks (12-15 min, Submitted)
-Lightning Talks (3-5 min, Submitted)
Abstract Submissions: All are welcome to submit abstracts for talks. Students (Lightning) and early career scientists (Lightning or Longer) are highly encouraged to submit. Abstract (max. 250 words). Submissions for talks are due October 5th at 11:59pm. Decisions will be emailed out October 12th. Submit your abstract to asm.dcbranch@gmail.com. Abstract guidelines can be found here.
Registration: $20-Professional, $15-Post-doc, $10-Student.
If you are unable to pay for any reason, please let us know (asm.dcbranch@gmail.com).
Registration closes on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Location
Howard University Interdisciplinary Research Building
Multipurpose Room
2201 George Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20059
Accessible via Metro (Shaw-Howard University). There are several parking garages in the area.
Keynote Speaker
TBD
TBD
Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the meeting? Want to have a table to advertise your organization?
Email: asm.dcbranch@gmail.com
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Bacteria and viruses by DragonArtz - www.dragonartz.net used under CC BY. Recolored from original.
