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  • 65th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference

    Wisconin Center 400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI, United States

    Three full days of 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. 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

  • USDA ARS 7th International Biosafety & Biocontainment Hybrid Symposium

    Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel 202 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, United States

    USDA ARS 7th International Biosafety & Biocontainment Hybrid Symposium: Biorisk Management in Modern Agriculture February 6-9, 2023 Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel Baltimore, Maryland Valuable professional development courses 2½ days of scientific presentations Exhibits showcasing the latest agricultural biosafety, biosecurity, and biocontainment products and services Network with professionals from the biosafety, biosecurity, and scientific research industries, organizations, and agencies Attendees may register for the in-person event or the virtual event Approximately 200 attendees representing a broad spectrum of biosafety and biosecurity, pharmaceutical, biotechnology research, development, and clinical organizations are expected to attend. The symposium draws national and international attendees from academic, [...]

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety®

    Embassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown 535 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    ABSA INTERNATIONAL Principles & Practices of Biosafety® July 9-14, 2023 Embassy Suites–Pittsburgh Downtown Pittsburgh, PA Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. Sessions begin at 8:00 am each day and end with a roundtable discussion between 5:15 and 5:30 pm with two coffee breaks and lunch provided.

  • ABSA BBTC FORT COLLINS® AUGUST 7-11, 2023 FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

    Hilton Fort Collins 425 West Prospect Road, Fort Collins, CO, United States

    The Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) ABSA BBTC Fort Collins® August 7-11, 2023 Hilton Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado Registration will be opening in early 2023 A WEEK LONG COURSE COVERING ANIMAL, GENERAL, AND PLANT BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITY The Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) was founded in 2004, by Dr. Robert (Bob) Ellis, Emeritus Professor at Colorado State University. In 2020, ABSA International and the BBTC partnership was formed. This course is designed for persons who are interested in the varying aspects of the responsibility of biosafety professionals. It is also suitable for persons [...]

  • 66th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference

    CHI Health Center 455 N. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    October 13-18, 2023 CHI Health Center Omaha, Nebraska 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 [...]

  • SOLD OUT: Principles & Practices of Biosafety®

    Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown 601 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States

    ABSA INTERNATIONAL Principles & Practices of Biosafety® March 10-15, 2024 Embassy Suites San Diego Bay Downtown San Diego, CA Registration for this offering is currently closed. If you would like to add your name to the waitlist for early notification for the next session, please contact the ABSA Office at info@absa.org. Having your name on the waitlist does NOT guarantee you a seat in the next offering. Download the Flyer A COMPREHENSIVE, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. [...]

  • 3rd International Biosecurity Virtual Symposium

    Virtual

    May 7-8, 2024 The Symposium will bring together biosecurity professionals from a wide range of disciplines with varying expertise to share their experiences and knowledge on diverse biosecurity topics. The Symposium will offer attendees an opportunity to learn the latest in biosecurity and have thought-provoking conversations about real-world biosecurity issues, concerns, and scenarios. Who should attend? Biosafety and biosecurity professionals, defense contractors, emergency responders, government employees, law enforcement personnel, security personnel, policymakers, regulators, researchers, students, and other interested parties. Symposium Highlights Virtual professional development courses to sharpen biosecurity knowledge and skills. Two full days of presentations, papers, panels, and exciting [...]

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety® – Denver, CO

    Embassy Suites–Denver Downton Convention Center 1420 Stout Street, Denver, CO, United States

    ABSA INTERNATIONAL Principles & Practices of Biosafety® July 8-12, 2024 Embassy Suites—Denver Downtown Convention Center Denver, CO Registration coming soon. Download the Flyer A COMPREHENSIVE, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. Sessions begin at 8:00 am each day and end with a roundtable discussion between 5:15 and 5:30 pm with two coffee breaks and lunch provided. OBJECTIVES [...]

  • 2024 ABSA Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) Fort Collins

    Hilton Fort Collins 425 West Prospect Road, Fort Collins, CO, United States

    August 5-9, 2024 Hilton Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado A WEEK-LONG COURSE COVERING ANIMAL, GENERAL, AND PLANT BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITY Download the course flyer (PDF)The Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) is designed for persons who are interested in the varying aspects of the responsibility of biosafety professionals. It is also suitable for persons who supervise biosafety professionals and for those who will benefit from additional knowledge of biosafety as a complement to their primary responsibilities. The week-long training will address preparations for audits and inspections, BSL-2/BSL-3 building design and operations, clinical and public health lab biosafety, prion disease research, [...]

  • October is Biosafety and Biosecurity Month!

    ABSA International is proud to announce the 11th anniversary of Biosafety and Biosecurity Month in October 2024. Use this month to shine the spotlight on training ideas, stewardship and engagement, how to foster positive relationships within the research community, or supporting responsible and ethical research through our profession.

  • 67th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference

    JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa 5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ, United States

    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 every-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.

  • USDA ARS 8th International Biosafety & Biocontainment Symposium

    Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor 401 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, United States

    February 10-13, 2025 Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor Baltimore, Maryland Valuable professional development courses 2½ days of scientific presentations Exhibits showcasing the latest agricultural biosafety, biosecurity, and biocontainment products and services Network with professionals from the biosafety, biosecurity, and scientific research industries, organizations, and agencies

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety® | Alexandria, VA

    Embassy Suites–Alexandria Old Town 1900 Diagonal Rd, Alexandria, VA, United States

    A COMPREHENSIVE, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. OBJECTIVES At the end of the course each participant will be able to: Describe potentially hazardous biological materials, the risks associated with their use, and the means to minimize risk and to protect against or prevent release or exposure Discuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials Identify, locate, and efficiently use key biosafety resources

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety® | Omaha, NE

    Embassy Suites Omaha Downtown Old Market South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United States

    A COMPREHENSIVE, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. OBJECTIVES At the end of the course each participant will be able to: Describe potentially hazardous biological materials, the risks associated with their use, and the means to minimize risk and to protect against or prevent release or exposure Discuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials Identify, locate, and efficiently use key biosafety resources

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety® | Pittsburgh, PA

    Embassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown 535 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    A COMPREHENSIVE, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors. OBJECTIVES At the end of the course each participant will be able to: Describe potentially hazardous biological materials, the risks associated with their use, and the means to minimize risk and to protect against or prevent release or exposure Discuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials Identify, locate, and efficiently use key biosafety resources

  • Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®)

    Hilton Fort Collins 425 West Prospect Road, Fort Collins, CO, United States

    ABSA BBTC® Fort Collins August 4-8, 2025 Hilton Fort Collins Fort Collins, Colorado Registration will open Spring 2025. A WEEK-LONG COURSE COVERING ANIMAL, GENERAL, AND PLANT BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITY The Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) is designed for persons who are interested in the varying aspects of the responsibility of biosafety professionals. It is also suitable for persons who supervise biosafety professionals and for those who will benefit from additional knowledge of biosafety as a complement to their primary responsibilities. The week-long training will address preparations for audits and inspections, BSL-2/BSL-3 building design and operations, clinical and public health [...]

  • Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 1 Listening Session

    Online

    Strengthening and Modernizing Biosafety Oversight: Region 1 Listening Session Event Date: 09/30/2025 Time: 2:00-5:00 PM ET NIH, 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. Priority 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. Register for the first initiative- [...]

  • ABSA International Biosafety and Biosecurity Month

    ABSA International Biosafety and Biosecurity Month ABSA International is proud to announce the 12th anniversary of Biosafety and Biosecurity Month in October 2025. Use this month to shine the spotlight on training ideas, stewardship and engagement, how to foster positive relationships within the research community, or supporting responsible and ethical research through our profession.

  • 68th Annual Biosafety and Biosecurity Hybrid Conference

    Raleigh Convention Center 500 S Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC, United States

    October 24-29, 2025 Raleigh Convention Center Raleigh, North Carolina 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

  • Principles & Practices of Biosafety®, San Diego, CA

    Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown 601 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA, United States

    Principles & Practices of Biosafety® will introduce the essential elements of biosafety and provide extensive resource lists for use after the course. Interactive exercises will be used throughout to provide hands-on experience and to encourage networking and problem-solving among participants and instructors.  Objectives At the end of the course each participant will be able to: Describe potentially hazardous biological materials, the risks associated with their use, and the means to minimize risk and to protect against or prevent release or exposure Discuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials Identify, locate, and efficiently use [...]

  • 4th Biosecurity Symposium

    Virtual

     ABSA International’s4th Biosecurity Virtual SymposiumMay 12-13, 2026The Symposium will bring together biosecurity professionals from a wide range of disciplines with varying expertise to share their experiences and knowledge on diverse biosecurity topics. The Symposium will offer attendees an opportunity to learn the latest in biosecurity and have thought-provoking conversations about real-world biosecurity issues, concerns, and scenarios.