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SUMMARY:So Your Training Plan Failed. Now What?
DESCRIPTION:The Chesapeake Area Biological Safety Association presents their May Technical Seminar: “So Your Training Plan Failed. Now What?” Presented by Bahiya E. Stone and Carmen Perez-Fisher\, University of Pennsylvania \nLocation: Virtual only \nTime: 5:30-6:30 PM Eastern \nThis is a free event! \nRegister
URL:https://absa.org/event/so-your-training-plan-failed-now-what/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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SUMMARY:BSC Mythbusters: All Airflow Monitors Are Created Equal
DESCRIPTION:Kara Brunelle\, Ph.D. is the Science Director of The Baker Company and an instructor at the Eagleson Institute. She earned her Ph.D. at the University of Vermont Cell and Molecular Biology Program\, completed her postdoctoral training at Yale University\, and was a Lab Manager\, Safety Officer\, and Researcher at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute. Her hands-on academic research and biosafety experience give an important viewpoint as a part of the New Product Development team and end user education and training. \nThe link to join this meeting is:\nMicrosoft Teams meeting\nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/25169428336793?p=2XqPJEckslQTLZ4Q1d \nMeeting ID: 251 694 283 367 93 \nPasscode: uN2eR2jA
URL:https://absa.org/event/bsc-mythbusters-all-airflow-monitors-are-created-equal/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Biological Safety Association":MAILTO:nebiosafety@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:BioNet 2026 Symposium
DESCRIPTION:BioNet will be hosting our BioNet Symposium in hybrid fashion on Friday\, May 1st from 9am to 2pm. Current speaker topics include MACSQuant Tyto\, a non-aerosol cell sorting process\, Plumes Modeling and the Tijuana River Sewage Crisis\, and Lessons Learned: Non- Human Primate Exposures. More speaker topics to be added in the coming weeks. For those attending in-person\, we ask that you please complete registration at your earliest convenience so that we have an accurate headcount of attendees for food. Cost for members is $40 for members attending in-person and $55 for non-members. Non-members attending virtually pay $40 and members pay $25. For those interested\, the event will follow with a happy hour\, social event at a nearby BJ’s. We hope to see you there! \nRegistration
URL:https://absa.org/event/bionet-2026-symposium/
LOCATION:La Jolla Institute\, 9420 ATHENA CIR\, LA JOLLA\, CA\, 92037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Biological Safety Information Network (BioNet)":MAILTO:Kathy@appliedinst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260424T153000
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SUMMARY:FRaBSA Spring Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:REGISTERhttps://form.jotform.com/260974992411162This meeting will be in a virtual formatONLINE \nBUSINESS AND TECHNICAL MEETING \nFriday\, April 24\, 2026 \n11:30 – 3:30 pm MST \n  \nCurrent FRaBSA Members – Free \nNon-Members – $15 \nNorth American ABSA Affiliate Members – $10.00 \nNon-USA Attendees – Free \nOrder of presentations may change  – note the schedule has changed\n\n11:30-12:00 pm          Gathering/Welcome/Introductions- FRaBSA President \n                                        Business Meeting- FRaBSA President \n12:00-12:30 pm          Sponsor Presentation: Merrick \n                                         Integrating Biosafety in Autonomous Laboratory Environments \nAurel Tamburri\, Senior Laboratory Operations Consultant\, Merrick \n12:30-1:15 pm            HPAI Surveillance in Wildlife: Strategies\, Results\, and Paths Forward   \nKrista Dilione\, Wildlife Disease Biologist   National Wildlife Research Center\n1:15-2:00 pm              HPAI in Dairy Cattle and Transmission to Humans \nJason Lombard\, DVM\, Associate Professor and Dairy Systems Specialist Colorado State University \n2:00-2:15 pm              Break \n2:15-3:00 pm              HPAI Biosafety in the Lab and in the Field  \nPeter Davis\, Responsible Official\,  Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment \n3:00-3:30 pm              Social Event  \n3:30 pm                       Adjourn- FRaBSA President \n 
URL:https://absa.org/event/frabsa-spring-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliate,Webinar
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T161939Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Southern Biosafety Association (SBA) Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Events will held LIVE\, not recorded. In-Person or Virtual (Zoom) \nMonday\, April 20\, 2026: Pre-Symposium Workshop \nAM Workshop (8:00 AM- 12:00 PM): Applying ANSI/ASSP Z16.1-2022 Safety and Health Metrics to Biosafety Program Operations and Management\nTurning Performance Measures into Actionable Biosafety Insights\nSpeakers: Dr. Robert Emery and Dr. Scott Patlovich\, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)\nIncludes Breakfast\n \nPM Workshop (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM): Emerging Pathogens and Biosafety Preparedness\nSpeakers: Dr. Courtney Woolsey\, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston; Dr. Phillip Kaufman\, Texas A&M University; Dr. Gregory Gray\, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston; Dr. Luis Ostrosky\, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)\nIncludes Lunch\n  \nTuesday\, April 21\, 2026: Symposium \nIncludes Breakfast and Lunch \nIncludes Vendor Market \n“It Depends”: Strategies for Biological Risk Assessment Amid Rapid Advances in Biotechnology and Shifting Regulatory Frameworks \n8:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nDual Use Research and Dual Use Systems: How AI Reshapes Biosecurity     Leyma De Haro\, PhD\, Merrick & Company\nBiosafety Considerations for 3D Bioprinting – A Cutting-Edge Technology in Biomedical Research     Maya P. Nair\, PHD\, RBP (ABSA) The University of North Texas Health Science Center\nImporting/Exporting Biological Material     Alex Cavazos US Customs and Border Protection\nFlexibility in the Nucleic Acid Screening Framework      Daniel Kirienko\, PhD\, CIP  Rice University\nModernizing and Strengthening Oversight of Biosafety Comments     Susan Gater Texas A&M University\nGuidelines needed for the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics in biohazardous research     Daniel Eisenman\, PhD\, RBP\, SM(NRCM)\, CBSP Advarra\nEmpathy in Biosafety      Christopher Hall\, CFI  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston)\nABSA Updates      Anne-Sophie Brocard\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, SM(NRCM)\, ASP\, CSP\, CHMM  ABSA President
URL:https://absa.org/event/2026-southern-biosafety-association-sba-symposium/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20260320T180225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T180225Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly PHABSA Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Quarterly PHABSA Meet-Up for PHABSA members to bring either biosafety related question and concerns\, get answers from peers\, and network to have resources and connections to support day-to-day biosafety at their job.
URL:https://absa.org/event/quarterly-phabsa-meet-up/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="PHABSA":MAILTO:mlfaber@upenn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T151945Z
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SUMMARY:BioNet Lunch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:BioNet will be hosting a Lunch Meeting this Friday\, March 6th\, 2026 from 11am to 1pm. \nThe agenda for the meeting is focused on the topics in the following order: The Canadian Biosafety and Biosecurity Landscape Since Federal Legislation and Regulations\, UK and EU Biosafety Regulatory Overview\, ABSA 2026 initiatives\, and NIH modernization survey results and BioNET statement (if time permits). \nRegistration
URL:https://absa.org/event/bionet-lunch-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Biological Safety Information Network (BioNet)":MAILTO:Kathy@appliedinst.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
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SUMMARY:Strategic Biocontainment Laboratory Planning and Operations Workshop:  The ABCs of High Containment Operations
DESCRIPTION:Strategic Biocontainment Laboratory Planning and Operations Workshop\nThe ABCs of High Containment Operations \nNovember 17-21\, 2025\nToronto\, Ontario\, Canada \nhttps://cabs-acsb.ca/highcontainPlan.aspx  \n  \nCABS-ACSB and Merrick & Company are pleased to co-present the Strategic Biocontainment Laboratory Planning and Operations Workshop. This comprehensive\, hands-on workshop is designed for professionals involved in the planning\, renovation\, operation\, and management of high-containment laboratories and research facilities. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the critical elements required to establish and sustain a secure\, efficient\, and compliant biocontainment facility. \nThrough interactive discussions\, case studies\, real-world scenarios\, and practical exercises\, this course will cover: \n\nBiocontainment Fundamentals– A historical perspective\, key design considerations\, and core biosafety and biosecurity principles.\nFacility Planning & Design– Space allocation\, workflow optimization\, sustainability\, and environmental impact mitigation.\nRegulatory Compliance & Documentation– International and federal biosafety/biosecurity standards\, as well as best practices for writing SOPs\, facility manuals\, emergency response plans\, and compliance records.\nOperations & Infrastructure– Effective maintenance strategies\, safety procedures\, access controls\, and performance verification processes.\nInstitutional & Community Engagement– Strategies for gaining buy-in from leadership\, fostering collaboration with facility staff\, and managing public relations.\nWorkforce & Training Strategies– Approaches for staffing\, workforce skills assessments\, and developing training programs to ensure personnel competency.\nFinancial & Business Planning– Budgeting for operational and facility costs\, revenue projections\, rate structuring\, and long-term capital planning.\n\nThis course is ideal for biosafety officers\, laboratory managers\, facility directors\, architects\, engineers\, researchers\, and institutional leaders responsible for high-containment operations. \nThe uniqueness of this workshop is in its intensive\, participatory-based approach. Attendees will work with a variety of instructors and subject matter experts each day.  \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will have the knowledge and practical tools necessary to successfully plan\, operate\, and manage high-containment laboratories that meet the highest standards of safety\, security\, and efficiency. \nAll aspects of the workshop will be conducted in English. There are only 20 spaces available for this course. \nThe cost to attend is $3\,500 CAD. This cost covers tuition\, lunches\, coffee and breaks while the course is in session. It does not include accommodations or travel. \nApplications will close August 15\, 2025 and all applicants will be advised of their status no later than August 22\, 2025.
URL:https://absa.org/event/strategic-biocontainment-laboratory-planning-and-operations-workshop-the-abcs-of-high-containment-operations/
LOCATION:Courtyard Toronto Downtown\, 475 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON\, M4Y 1X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T193000
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SUMMARY:MABSA Quarterly Hybrid Dinner Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MABSA is pleased to announce our quarterly hybrid meeting.\nNovember 13\, 2025\nTime: 5 pm – 7:30 pm \nLocation:\nUniversity of Pennsylvania\, Facilities & Real Estate Services (FRES) – Conference Room #01\n3401 Walnut Street (3160 Chestnut Street GPS address)\, Philadelphia\, PA 19104 \nMeeting agenda\, parking and direction to meeting room via this link. \nZoom link will be provided for virtual registrants. \nMeeting Registration\nMember:\nin person – $25 / virtual – free \nNon-member:\nin person – $45 / virtual – $20 \nNote: Nonmember registration includes one year of membership for 2026. \nPlease register and add in the date of meeting via this link. \nMembers (virtual – free): please provide your name and email at treasurer@mabsa.org to register and we will send you the zoom link.
URL:https://absa.org/event/mabsa-quarterly-hybrid-dinner-meeting/
LOCATION:University of Pennsylvania\, Facilities & Real Estate Services (FRES)\, Conference Room #01\, 3401 Walnut Street (3160 Chestnut Street GPS address)\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
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SUMMARY:2025 ABSANZ Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:2025 ABSANZ Annual Conference – Future-Proofing Biosafety: Adapting to a World of Disruption and Change\nWe are delighted to invite you to join us at the 13th ABSANZ Conference on ‘Future-Proofing Biosafety: Adapting to a World of Disruption and Change’. Join us as we bring together leading experts\, regulators and industry stakeholders to discuss evolving challenges and innovative solutions in the fields of biosafety and biosecurity. \nEvent Details:\nDates: 27th to 31st October 2025\nLocation: Waterview in Bicentennial Park\, Sydney\, Australia \nCome and hear from esteemed scientists\, regulators and fellow professionals on the emerging technologies\, disruptors\, and changes that are impacting the fields of biosafety and biosecurity. Engage in the discussion on how we can adapt to and employ disruptors to enhance biological risk management in our own labs\, and on a global stage. \nWe will explore a range of topical issues\, including the integration of artificial intelligence in laboratories\, advancements in synthetic and de novo biology\, the development of new containment technologies and adapting to evolving regulatory landscapes\, among other critical topics. \nThe annual ABSANZ conference continues to offer a unique opportunity to network with peers\, share knowledge\, and to participate in shaping the future of biosafety in Australia\, New Zealand\, and globally. We look forward to welcoming you to the conference and working together to future-proof biosafety and biosecurity in a world of disruption and change.
URL:https://absa.org/event/2025-absanz-annual-conference-future-proofing-biosafety-adapting-to-a-world-of-disruption-and-change/
LOCATION:Waterview in Bicentennial Park\, Bicentennial Park Pathway\, Sydney Olympic Park\, 2127\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
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SUMMARY:Biosafety Association for Central Asia and Caucasus (BACAC) Conference
DESCRIPTION:The International Science and Technology Center (ISTC)\, in collaboration with the Biosafety Association of Central Asia and the Caucasus (BACAC) and the German Biosecurity Programme through GIZ\, is co-organizing an international conference entitled “Future Challenges of Biosafety and Biosecurity”\, which will take place in Almaty\, Kazakhstan. \nPARTICIPANTS\nThe conference will bring together biosafety and biosecurity experts\, researchers\, and policymakers from Central Asia\, the Caucasus\, the Eastern Partnership and the international community. Emerging biological risks and global biosecurity challenges will be in the focus of the conference. \nCONFERENCE DATES\n14 October 2025 – pre-conference workshops & side meetings\n15–16 October 2025 – main conference sessions. \nJOIN US AT THE CONFERENCE\nThis conference offers an essential platform for knowledge exchange\, expert discussions\, regional updates\, international perspectives\, and collaborative planning aimed at addressing current and future biosafety and biosecurity challenges. Further details regarding the agenda\, registration\, and participation will be provided soon. Attendees are encouraged to save the date and plan to join in Almaty. \nKEY TOPICS\nThe conference will foster dialogue\, collaboration\, and sharing of best practices in biosafety and biosecurity. Participants will explore the latest scientific developments and policy responses to biological threats\, with an emphasis on innovative approaches for risk mitigation\, technology governance\, and capacity building. \nKey topics include: \n\nAdvances in synthetic biology and gene editing (e.g.\, CRISPR-Cas9)\nAI in bioengineering and pathogen design\nMirror biology as a new class of biological threats\nDemocratization of biotechnology and access to genetic engineering tools\nDigitalization and security risks of genetic data\nEmerging bioterrorism risks and new threat vectors\nEffects of climate change on disease surveillance and biosecurity\nEthical\, legal\, and regulatory challenges in biosafety and biosecurity\n\nFor more information and registration details follow our pages in social media. \nContact infromation of the Organising Committee: \nBACAC@istc.int \nDownload the “Save the Date” flyer
URL:https://absa.org/event/biosafety-association-for-central-asia-and-caucasus-bacac-conference/
LOCATION:Almaty\, Kazakhstan\, Almaty\, Kazakhstan
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250929T115107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T154858Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 1 Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 1 Listening Session\nEvent Date: 09/30/2025\nTime: 2:00-5:00 PM ET \nNIH\, in partnership with the New England Biological Safety Association\, the Northeast Biological Safety Association\, the Mid-Atlantic Biological Safety Association and the Chesapeake Area Biological Safety Association\, will be holding the first in a series of public listening sessions to obtain stakeholder feedback on NIH’s effort to modernize and strengthen biosafety oversight. \nPriority for this meeting will be given to stakeholders located in: ME\, NH\, VT\, MA\, CT\, RI\, NY\, PA\, NJ\, DE\, WV\, MD\, and Washington DC. \n\nRegister for the first initiative- September 30\, 2025\, from 2:00–5:00 PM ET\, NIH will host a virtual Regional Listening Session co-sponsored by NEBSA\, MABSA\, CABSA\, and NENBA. The session is free and open to the public\, but pre-registration is required: Reserve your spot here to attend the September 30 virtual meeting.\nReview the Draft Agenda: Download the flyer and identify questions or topics most relevant to your institution.\nSubmit a Comment – Template options follow: Copy\, paste\, and customize one of the templates — and encourage colleagues (IBC chairs\, PIs\, administrators) to submit unique comments as well.\nPut It on the Agenda: Share the session with your IBC\, compliance teams\, and research leadership so it’s discussed in upcoming meetings.\n\nThe more voices NIH hears\, the stronger\, more actionable\, and more implementable the final framework will be — and our profession will have shaped the future of biosafety oversight in meaningful ways. More details can be found: \n\nEvent webpage: ly/3IaB6gn\n\nNIH Background on the Initiative: NIH Biosafety Modernization Initiative Overview\n\nFlyer & Draft Agenda: Session 1 Flyer (PDF)\n\nSend questions: SciencePolicy@od.nih.gov
URL:https://absa.org/event/strengthening-and-modernizing-biosafety-oversight-region-1-listening-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Affiliate,Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250922T152529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T152633Z
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SUMMARY:ISO/TS5441:2024 Competence Requirements for Biorisk Management Advisors: what it is\, how to use it
DESCRIPTION:ISO/TS5441:2024 Competence Requirements for Biorisk Management Advisors: what it is\, how to use it\nONLINE\, September 24th 2025\, 10:00-12:00 CET\nInstructor: Ursula Jenal\nIn spring 2024\, the International Organization for Standardization\, ISO\, published the technical specification ISO/TS5441:2024 Competence Requirements for Biorisk Management Advisors (BMA). ISO/TS5441 compiles all information on required knowledge\, skills and experience a biorisk management advisor should have to provide competent advice to an organization under a given context\, that is\, based on the types of activities with biological material and their risk. ISO/TS5441 helps you to demonstrate and update your competence and it supports organization on how to define their competence need and how to choose a BMA. ISO/TS5441 has been designed by biosafety experts from different countries around the globe based on consensus\, thus being a truly international specification. \nThe course will inform BMA of all degree of expertise and fields of activities on how ISO/TS5441 supports biorisk management advice activities. ISO/TS5441 can be purchased from national standardization organisations. However\, this is not a prerequisite for attending the course. \nMain topics\nHaving evolved from CWA 16335 Biosafety professional competence\, ISO/TS5441 addresses all topics covered by CWA 16335\, this CEN workshop agreement no longer in place. Most importantly\, addressed are the range of subjects a BMA needs to be competent in at what level of biorisk in an organization and how an organization can define which competence is required for their biorisk management needs. \nRegister now!
URL:https://absa.org/event/iso-ts54412024-competence-requirements-for-biorisk-management-advisors-what-it-is-how-to-use-it/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="EBSA":MAILTO:ebsa-office@ebsaweb.eu
GEO:40.7136403;-74.0078452
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250527T181228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T181037Z
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SUMMARY:AMEXBio - XVII INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM OF BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITY: Strengthening Biosafety Programs
DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting with two days of presymposium courses and two days of conferences. Join us to discuss\, share\, and propose solutions to strengthen biosafety and biological risk management programsin Mexicoa and the region. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? PROFESSIONALS IN HUMAN HEALTH\, AGRICULTURE\, ACADEMIA\, AND INDUSTRY WITH AN INTEREST IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BIOLOGICAL AND BIOTECHNOLOGICAL RISKS.
URL:https://absa.org/event/amexbio-xvii-international-symposium-of-biosafety-and-biosecurity-strengthening-biosafety-programs/
LOCATION:Fiesta Inn Ciudad de México Aeropuerto\, Boulevard Puerto Aéreo No. 502\, Moctezuma 2da Sección\, 15530\, Ciudad de México\, Ciudad de México\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fiesta Inn Ciudad de México Aeropuerto Boulevard Puerto Aéreo No. 502 Moctezuma 2da Sección 15530 Ciudad de México Ciudad de México Mexico;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Boulevard Puerto Aéreo No. 502\, Moctezuma 2da Sección\, 15530:geo:-99.0890183,19.4352494
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250314T160559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T160723Z
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SUMMARY:ChABSA Annual Scientific Symposium (In Person and Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The ChABSA 2025 Annual Scientific Symposium will be held June 4\, 2025 at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville\, MD. The symposium is an event for the biosafety and biosecurity community\, bringing together leaders\, biosafety professionals\, scientists\, innovators\, influencers and partners to share issues\, trends and best practices driving biosafety and biosecurity and public health today. You can attend virtually as well! \nhttps://chesapeake-area-biological-safety-association.springly.org/page/2771269-2025-symposium \nKeynote Speakers\nDr. Alvin L. Smith\, Ph.D.\, PMP\, NASA\, Mars Sample Return\, Sample Receiving Project in the Astromaterials Research & Exploration Sciences (ARES) Division at NASA’s Johnson Space Center\nDr. Alvin L. Smith is the Project Manager for the Mars Sample Return\, Sample Receiving Project in the Astromaterials Research & Exploration Sciences (ARES) Division at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston\, Texas. In this capacity\, he leads a multidisciplinary team of NASA research scientists\, engineers\, and astromaterial curation experts in preparing for the Earth-based phase of the Mars Sample Return Campaign (mid to late 2030’s)\, which includes recovery and transportation of retuned Martian samples to a specialized high containment laboratory\, so scientists can conduct detailed analysis\, answering major questions about the history and habitability of Mars. Prior to this role\, Alvin was a Planetary Protection Engineer and Manager at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory\, where he provided technical oversight to several research & development projects. His contributions have been instrumental in planning flight implementation for Mars 2020 (Perseverance rover)\, and Europa Clipper. \nAlvin joined the NASA family after spending over 20 years as a researcher in high containment laboratories and as a consultant as a biodefense subject matter expert\, focusing on the development of medical countermeasures and biodetection capabilities for HIV\, poxviruses\, Ebola\, and other potential biological weapons. Alvin’s expertise in chemical\, biological\, radiological\, and nuclear (CBRN) threats has been leveraged by numerous government agencies including Congress\, Department of Defense\, Department of Homeland Security\, Health and Human Services\, and the intelligence community. \nDr. Smith is also a strong advocate for university outreach\, training programs\, and research collaborations. He also has been awarded by the NASA and academic communities for his innovative approaches towards developing collaborative research programs with community colleges\, Minority Serving Institutions\, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. \nHe holds a doctorate in Medical Microbiology from Howard University\, a bachelor’s degree in biology from Talladega College\, and is a Project Management Professional. \nJoey Ramp-Adams\, Founder of Empower Ability Consulting\, Inc.\nJoey Ramp-Adams is a Biocognitive Neuroscientist and founder of the disability access firm Empower Ability Consulting\, Inc. (EAC). EAC is dedicated to advocating and acting as a liaison for disabled students\, professional academics\, and STEM industry professionals\, including biomedical sciences\, focusing on disabled student service dog handlers. In addition\, EAC conducts laboratory risk assessments nationally to determine reasonable and safe accommodations for disability access. \nJoey has been instrumental in enacting changes in the American Society of Microbiology and the American Chemical Society’s laboratory safety guidelines to include inclusive guidelines for service dog handlers and has spoken to the House of Representatives in Washington\, D.C.\, to enact change. She is recognized globally and endorsed by the American Chemical Society for Students with Disabilities\, the American Society for Microbiology\, the National Association of Scientific Materials Managers\, and the ASM Guidelines for Biosafety in Teaching Laboratories. \nJoey is an active member of the Legislative and Advocacy Committee for Assistance Dogs International (ADI) which is recognized internationally as the Gold Standard in service dog training accreditation. She is a published author and public speaker on service dog access to science laboratories and the vice-president and co-founder of the International Alliance for Ability in Science (IAFAIS). This non-profit organization provides resources\, financial aid\, and scholarships for disabled student scientists\, with one scholarship specifically dedicated for student service dog handlers in STEM. \nJoey and Sampson the Service Dog in Science were featured on The Today Show. \nPanel Discussion – Laboratory Sustainability\n\nElizabeth Main\, Director\, University of Maryland\, Sustainability & Special Projects\, Office of Facilities & Operations\nJuan Osorio\, Senior Biocontainment Engineer\, World BioHazTec\nSean Sharp\, PhD\, Assistant Professor of Biology\, Hood College\n\nTechnical Presentations\n\nFrom Labs to Fields: Building an Integrated Regional Framework for Agricultural Biorisk Management\, Ken Shenge\, USDA\nProtecting the Sacred Timeline: The Joys and Frustrations of Functional Exercises\, Matt Fischer\, University of Maryland Baltimore\nBest Laid Plans: Overcoming Challenges to Biodecontamination\, Elizabeth Massoth\, CURIS System\nStrategies for Designing and Implementing a Culture of Safety\, Meghan Seltzer\, The MITRE Corporation\nEnergy Recovery in Liquid Decontamination Systems\, Jacob Moran\, PRI Systems\nApplications of Phage Therapy\, Dan Eisenmann\, Advarra\n\nChABSA Business Meeting\nThe ChABSA Business Meeting is an opportunity for members to learn about the organization’s achievements over the past year and plans for the future. This session provides updates on key initiatives\, financials\, and upcoming opportunities to get involved. Join us to stay informed and contribute to the direction of ChABSA! \nTravel Information\nThe 2025 ChABSA Annual Scientific Symposium will be held in Building 4 (Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Facility). \n9631 Gudelsky Drive \nRockville\, MD 20850 \nValidated parking for designated parking will be provided to all attendees. You must park in the designated area to receive parking validation. More information is forthcoming. \nDoor Prizes\nAttendees will have the opportunity to win door prizes. Must be present to win. \n  \nFood and Beverage\nA continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. Coffee and tea breaks in the exhibitor area will be provided.
URL:https://absa.org/event/chabsa-annual-scientific-symposium-in-person-and-virtual/
LOCATION:Universities at Shady Grove\, 9630 Gudelsky Dr\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chesapeake Area Biological Safety Association (ChABSA)":MAILTO:crab@chabsa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
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SUMMARY:Biosafety Day in the State of Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Governor Wes Moore has officially proclaimed June 4\, 2025 as Biosafety Day in the State of Maryland — a momentous acknowledgment of the critical work that biosafety professionals do every day to protect public health\, promote scientific advancement\, and support laboratory safety. \nThis proclamation is especially meaningful as it coincides with our 2025 ChABSA Annual Symposium\, taking place at the Universities at Shady Grove. We believe this recognition reflects the growing impact of our field and the importance of our collective efforts. You can still sign up to attend the Symposium. \nWe will proudly read the Proclamation during the Symposium\, and we encourage all of you to join us in celebrating this honor.
URL:https://absa.org/event/biosafety-day-in-the-state-of-maryland/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250427T144727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T144727Z
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SUMMARY:2025 BioNet Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Please join BioNet for our annual half day symposium which will be held in a hybrid format on May 16\, 2025 from 9:00am – 2:00pm Pacific Time at the La Jolla Institute\, 9420 Athena Circle\, La Jolla\, CA 92037 or Web Meeting by Zoom. \nTopics to be discussed include the following: \n\n\nUpdated enforcement of the Medical Waste Management Act \n\n\nCreative Solutions\, Methylene Chloride Rule\, \n\n\nNaked Mole Rat Animal Facility\, \n\n\nMedical Waste Treatment Program / Permit\, \n\n\nFPLC Process Flow and max pressure limitations – a lab incident review and training\, and \n\n\nBSL3 Plant Facility. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nLunch will be provided for in-person meeting attendees.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fees (Click HERE to register\, or go to website https://www.bionetsafety.org/): \nMember\, In-Person $40\nMember\, Webinar $25 \nNon-Member\, In-Person $55\nNon-Member\, Webinar $40
URL:https://absa.org/event/2025-bionet-symposium/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Biological Safety Information Network (BioNet)":MAILTO:Kathy@appliedinst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240930T163554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T163554Z
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SUMMARY:EBSA Pre-conference courses and conference
DESCRIPTION:Bridging BioSafety \nJoin us for 2 days of preconference courses and conference in Maastricht\, The Netherlands
URL:https://absa.org/event/ebsa-pre-conference-courses-and-conference/
LOCATION:mecc\, Maastricht\, The Netherlands\, Maastricht\, Maastricht\, 6229 GV\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="EBSA":MAILTO:ebsa-office@ebsaweb.eu
GEO:50.8372247;5.7133925
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250404T162915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T163516Z
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SUMMARY:U.S. Customs & Border Protection Importation of Biologicals Workshop @ Univ of Michigan
DESCRIPTION:U.S. Customs & Border Protection Importation of Biologicals Workshop @ UM\nThe University of Michigan will host the U.S. Customs & Border Protection Importation of Biologicals Workshop on May 6\, 2025. The workshop will include representatives from several federal government agencies who will share their responsibilities\, discuss regulatory and safety challenges of importing biological materials\, how to prepare materials for proper transport \, and how to apply for the necessary permits. We would like to invite members of the EHS community to join us for this opportunity for outreach and education. We would also welcome you to invite other colleagues or researchers who you think may benefit from this workshop. \nNote: this Workshop will be held in person \nDate: May 6\, 2025\nTime: 8 am – 5 pm\nLocation: University of Michigan Ross School of Business\, 700 E University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104\, in Blau Hall\, 5th Floor Colloquium.\nRefreshments and a light lunch will be provided. \nThere is no cost for the workshop. The agenda will be provided at a later date\, once the speakers are confirmed. \nPre-registration is required. For those who are not affiliated with the University of Michigan please email SafetyTraining@umich.edu to register.
URL:https://absa.org/event/u-s-customs-border-protection-importation-of-biologicals-workshop-univ-of-michigan/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate,Non-ABSA-Sponsored
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250226T050309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T050309Z
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SUMMARY:SEBSA Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The SEBSA Symposium is a chance for biosafety professionals to learn and network with others in the Southeast.  The program will feature scientific presentations\, a training exercise\, and a networking dinner.  All times are Eastern.
URL:https://absa.org/event/sebsa-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Place Perimeter\, 1232 Hammond Drive NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerri Kwist":MAILTO:kkwist@clemson.edu
GEO:33.9207872;-84.3428211
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250501T131943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T131943Z
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SUMMARY:Too Shy to Ask the Listserv panel discussion
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, May 1\, 2025 MABioN is hosting another edition of our Too Shy to Ask the Listserv panel discussion. \nThe webinar will be from 1-2pm (Central Time)/ 2-3pm (Eastern) \nHave you ever had a biosafety question but you were too shy to post it on the ABSA listserv?  Well this webinar is for you.  Participants can submit questions and our panel of Biosafety Experts will be on hand to answer them.  All question submissions will be completely anonymous so feel free to ask any biosafety questions your heart desires.  Our panel will consist of biosafety professionals from across the country who have expertise in shipping\, training\, viral vectors\, select agents and more. \nSubmit your questions! \nRegistration at the link below is via our FourWaves event site. Once you register you will have access to the Zoom link directly on the event site. \n\nMABioN Members – Free (A coupon code will be emailed to current paid members)\nNon-Members – $10\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nRegister here: \nhttps://event.fourwaves.com/tstal-may-2025/pages
URL:https://absa.org/event/too-shy-to-ask-the-listserv-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250408T183546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T183546Z
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SUMMARY:AZBA Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:AZBA Spring Meeting \nThursday\, April 17\, 2025\n1:00 – 3:00 pm MST\nJoin us on Zoom \nCost – Free \n1:00 – 1:10\nWelcome and Board Updates – AZBA Board \n1:10 – 1:40\nSpeaker: Ashley Wright\nArea Associate Agent\, Livestock\nCochise County Cooperative Extension \n1:40 – 2:10\nSpeaker: Yan Zhang\, DVM\, PhD\, DACVM\nDirector\, Arizona Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory \n2:10 – 2:40\nSpeaker: Joseph Manfrida\, PhD\nSenior Laboratory Chief of Safety\, Security\, Facilities and Responsible Official\nArizona State Public Health Laboratory \n2:40 – 3:00\nQuestions and Closing
URL:https://absa.org/event/azba-spring-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Biosafety Alliance (AZBA)":MAILTO:secretary@azba.org
GEO:37.09024;-95.712891
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250307T194937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T195011Z
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SUMMARY:CaBSA Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Addressing Biosecurity Barriers in High-Risk Biological Research – David Gillum\, Associate Vice President of \nCompliance and Research Administration at the University of Nevada\, Reno.
URL:https://absa.org/event/cabsa-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20250226T050438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T231014Z
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SUMMARY:BioNet February Lunch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our virtual BioNet February Lunch Meeting on February 28th from 11am-1pm. Topics to be covered include: Serving the Biosafety Profession\, University of Southern California (USC) Animal Research Safety Program\, and Roundtable Discussion – Impact of the Recent Southern California Wildfires on Institutions in the Los Angeles Area.
URL:https://absa.org/event/bionet-february-lunch-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240913T162604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T162604Z
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SUMMARY:New England Biological Safety Association (NEBSA) 2024 Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join NEBSA’s 2024 in-person\, full day symposium on October 16. 2024 \nRegistration Information: Regular registration fee is $75 and includes lunch and breaks.  Student and IBC Community Member discounted registrations of $20 are also available.   Register here \nPreliminary Agenda is here \nLocation: Broad Institute\, 415 Main Street\, Cambridge\, MA
URL:https://absa.org/event/new-england-biological-safety-association-nebsa-2024-symposium/
LOCATION:Broad Institute\, Main Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240318T193406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T193406Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Canadian Biosafety Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Association for Biological Safety/L’Association Canadienne pour la Sécurité Biologique (CABS-ACSB) is happy to present the Canadian Biosafety Symposium! Join us in  Saskatoon from September 17-19\, 2024 for Canada’s annual event for biosafety professionals and personnel involved in biosafety and/or biocontainment facilities. \nThe Canadian Biosafety Symposium will feature presentations on an array of biosafety topics\, including emergency management for labs\, building a biosafety culture\, biosafety and public health\, emerging and re-emerging diseases\, laboratory acquired infections\, ergonomics and safety\, biowaste management and disinfection\, regulations\, airflow\, ventilation\, design and biosafety\, animal issues\, audits and inspections\, occupational health and surveillance. It will be a unique opportunity for the biosafety community to learn and share knowledge with colleagues from across Canada and other countries. \nThe Canadian Biosafety Symposium brings together participants working across the biosafety field in universities\, government and the private sector\, such as: \n\nLaboratory managers and administrators\nAcademic and government laboratory researchers\nGovernment regulators\nBiocontainment professionals\nEquipment and facilities providers\nContainment facility design and operation specialists\nRisk assessment and safety specialists\n\nThe event will feature prominent containment and biosafety specialists\, and will involve presentations by the Canadian and international biosafety community selected from abstracts and papers that are currently being welcomed from all sources. All topics related to biological safety are welcome.
URL:https://absa.org/event/2024-canadian-biosafety-symposium/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240911T125751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T140644Z
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SUMMARY:BioNet September Lunch Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Friday\, September 13th\, for our BioNet September Lunch Meeting to discuss the following topics: Road to Compliance – Lab Coat Vending Machines\, Biosafety Challenges in Gnotobiotic Rodent Facilities\, and Service Animals In Labs – BioNET Support Letter Discussion. This event will occur from 11am-1pm via Zoom. The registration link has been included for your convenience. The event is free to BioNet members and $10 for non-members.
URL:https://absa.org/event/bionet-september-lunch-meeting/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Biological Safety Information Network (BioNet)":MAILTO:Kathy@appliedinst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240802T134653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T134653Z
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SUMMARY:ChABSA Hybrid Technical Seminar: Cyberbiosecurity: A Unique Marriage of Biosecurity and Information Systems
DESCRIPTION:Cyberbiosecurity: A Unique Marriage of Biosecurity and Information Systems Presented By: Julianne L. Baron\, Ph.D.\, CPH\, RBP\, President\, Science and Safety Consulting\, LLC \nIncreasing reliance on the internet and technology in research and biomedical laboratories has opened these organizations up to increased focus for cyberattacks. These attacks may be perpetrated by external actors or individuals internal to the organization (purposefully or accidentally) and can take advantage of a lack of knowledge by research staff about phishing\, access control best practices\, and network security especially of research instrumentation\, automated laboratory equipment\, and building automation and control systems that may be connected to the internet/cloud. This talk will introduce the types of cyberthreats that have been commonly perpetrated against research and biomedical organizations. We will discuss existing federal guidance documents from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP) that address critical infrastructure cybersecurity and information systems security controls. Finally\, we will explain some best practices relating to identity management and access control\, awareness and training\, and device security to give biorisk management and laboratory personnel a better working understanding of cyberbiosecurity. The goal of this talk is to provide a framework to facilitate better conversations between laboratory and biorisk management staff and their organization’s IT staff to promote cyberbiosecurity in their facilities.
URL:https://absa.org/event/chabsa-hybrid-technical-seminar-cyberbiosecurity-a-unique-marriage-of-biosecurity-and-information-systems/
LOCATION:Dutch’s Daughter or Virtual Option\, 581 Himes Avenue\, Frederick\, MD\, 21703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chesapeake Area Biological Safety Association (ChABSA)":MAILTO:crab@chabsa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240822T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20240823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240305T163749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T163844Z
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Applied Biosafety Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Swiss Biosafety Network (SBNet) is pleased to announce its 18th Annual Applied Biosafety Meeting scheduled for August 22nd/23rd 2024 in Naters/Brig\, Valais\, Switzerland.
URL:https://absa.org/event/18th-annual-applied-biosafety-meeting/
LOCATION:World Nature Forum\, Naters\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swiss Biosafety Network (SBNet)":MAILTO:swissbiosafety@wildapricot.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T013941
CREATED:20240416T143314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T143314Z
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SUMMARY:Inaugural SBA-AMEXBIO International Symposium - 2024
DESCRIPTION:“Biosafety Beyond the Borders: Unifying Biosafety and Biosecurity” \nThis collaborative\, international symposium will consist of: \n\nPre-symposium Courses (Four Course Options\, 4-hours each)\nFull-day Symposium\nVendor Booths\n\nMore Info
URL:https://absa.org/event/inaugural-sba-amexbio-international-symposium-2024/
LOCATION:UT El Paso\, 500 W University Ave\, El Paso\, TX\, 79968\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Biosafety Association (SBA)":MAILTO:southernbiosafetyassociation@gmail.com
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