February 26 - 29, 2012    •    The Omni Shoreham Hotel    •    Washington, DC
Meeting Purpose And Objectives

Organizations around the world are involved in research pertaining to biothreat agents, vaccines, detection and diagnostic procedures, animal and plant pathogens, biosecurity facilities, global surveillance, the training of individuals in BL3 and BL4 labs, and other vital topics. As technology changes and research evolves, professionals involved in biodefense are being challenged to move ever faster to respond to the growing threat of bioterrorism.  ASM offers the Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting as an opportunity for addressing these needs.

Learning Objectives

The ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting offers an educational forum which allows the attendee to:

  • Discuss new data from the research of microbiological sciences related to biodefense and bioterrorism;
  • Discuss with fellow scientists, researchers, and physicians, the latest information on preventative modalities, therapeutics, and clinical diagnoses related to biothreat agents; and
  • Describe the most recent trends in the management and planning of biodefense programs.

Target Audience

The ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting is intended for scientists, physicians, public health researchers and policy makers who need to be informed about the latest scientific developments.

Education Disclaimer

The primary purpose of the sessions at the 10th ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting is education. Information presented, as well as publications, technologies, products, and/or services discussed, are intended to inform you about the knowledge, techniques, and experiences of professionals who are willing to share such information with colleagues. A diversity of professional opinions exists in the fields discussed at the Biodefense Research Meeting and the views of the Biodefense and Research faculty are offered solely for educational purposes. Faculty’s views neither represent those of ASM nor constitute endorsement by the association. The ASM disclaims any and all liabilities for damages to any individual attending the ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting and for all claims which may result from the use of this information, publications, technologies, products, and/or services at the ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting.

Disclosure Statement

To ensure an unbiased program, the ASM requires that all faculty members participating in this conference to disclose all relevant financial relationships related to the ASM Biodefense activity, as well as any off-label uses of a drug. The ASM then takes steps to resolve any identified conflict of interest. A listing of faculty disclosures is available in the Online Program Planner. This policy is intended to make you aware of faculty disclosure so you may form your own judgments about material discussed during the 10th ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting.

If you have concerns (e.g., commercially-biased presentations, promotional materials distributed by presenters and/or participants, etc), please visit the ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting Headquarters Office and ask to speak to an ASM staff person so that ASM can respond immediately to your concerns.