BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ABSA International - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ABSA International X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://absa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ABSA International REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Brussels BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251003 DTSTAMP:20250923T190114Z CREATED:20250805T023304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T190114Z UID:10000605-1759190400-1759449599@absa.org SUMMARY:4V. Clinical Biosafety Essentials: A Guide to Integrating Safety Practices from Research to Clinical Environments DESCRIPTION:4V Clinical Biosafety Essentials: A Guide to Integrating Safety Practices from Research to Clinical Environments \nSeptember 30 and October 2\, 2025 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\nVirtual Professional Development Course \nInstructors:\nAllison Reeme\, PhD\, CIC\, RBP(ABSA)\, Acacia Safety Consulting\, East Troy\, WI\nCaitlyn Hauke\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Sabai Global\, Chesterfield\, MO \n🔍Overview\nThis course addresses the growing need for Biosafety Professionals to apply biosafety principles in the clinical environment. Clinical trials for biological therapeutics are becoming increasingly common. Therefore\, safety professionals on regulatory committees such as the Institutional Biosafety Committee must possess a strong understanding of clinical safety\, terminology\, and regulatory requirements in order to perform an adequate risk assessment of the proposed hazard mitigation measures for these studies. In this course we will explore various clinical spaces\, their unique biosafety considerations\, and relevant hospital regulations that apply to patient safety\, staff safety and a safe environment of care. You will also acquire the knowledge necessary to apply these safety practices in accordance with both research and clinical safety regulations while developing\, in collaboration with clinical colleagues\, processes that maintain staff safety at all levels. \n🧠 What You’ll Learn\n• Clinical Biosafety Principles and Environments – explore biosafety applications in clinical settings\, including various types of clinical spaces\n• Regulatory Knowledge for Clinical Trials – gain the skills needed to participate effectively on Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBCs) and evaluate hazard mitigation strategies\n• Collaborative Safety Process Development – emphasis on maintaining staff safety while aligning with both research and clinical safety regulations \nObjectives:\n• Describe inpatient\, procedural\, and outpatient clinical environments\, detailing the risks of pathogen transmission within each and how these risks shape the application of biosafety practices\n• Compare and contrast Biosafety Levels\, Standard Precautions\, and Isolation Precautions\n• Apply research and clinical safety guidelines during regulatory committee reviews of human gene therapy clinical trial applications\n• Identify the various clinical roles that facilitate the practical implementation of these precautions \n✅ Suggested Background: Fundamentals of Biosafety \n🎯 Who Should Attend: Experienced Biosafety Professionals\, All Safety Professionals \n📝Course Logistics: Course is two 4-hour sessions. Attendees will need to log on 15 minutes prior to the start time. There will be a 15-minute break each session during the course. To receive credit and a certificate\, attendees must attend the session and complete or access all course modules. The course materials are for registered participants only. \n🏷️ Course Fees: *ABSA Member: $500 Non-member: $670\n* To receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Fees include course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 8 hours of expert-led interactive instruction. \n📜 Credits: This course has been approved for 1.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. *ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 7.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. Course access links are unique and for individual use only. Sharing is prohibited. Duplicate logins or unregistered attendees will be removed from the webinar without a refund. \n❓Questions: Contact: Kari DeServi\, MEd\, Director of Education\, ABSA Office\, 866.425.1385 (toll free)\nEmail: education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/4v-clinical-biosafety-essentials-a-guide-to-integrating-safety-practices-from-research-to-clinical-environments/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABSA2025-Webinar-4v-ClinBSEss.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004 DTSTAMP:20250923T190202Z CREATED:20250805T015020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T190202Z UID:10000604-1758844800-1759535999@absa.org SUMMARY:3V. Introduction to the Science and Biosafety of Cell and Gene Therapy Clinical Trials DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 26 and Friday\, October 3\, 2025 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\n3V. Introduction to the Science and Biosafety of Cell and Gene Therapy Clinical Trials \nThe use of recombinant and synthetic nucleic acid molecules in clinical trials is growing at an explosive pace. This course is intended to introduce biosafety professionals to the science and biosafety of gene-based investigational products in clinical trials including gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular products\, gene therapy and gene editing. This course will provide an overview of molecular biology\, virology and viral vectors. Participants will discuss risk assessments and best practices for dealing with risks associated with diverse types of biological hazards. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nScientific Foundations of Gene-Based Clinical Trials – understanding molecular biology\, virology\, and viral vectors relevant to gene-based investigational products\nBiosafety Considerations for Emerging Biotechnologies – learn how to identify and manage risks related to recombinant and synthetic nucleic acid molecules\nRisk Assessment and Best Practices – emphasis on conducting biosafety risk assessmentsand applying best practices for handling diverse biological hazards in clinical trial settings \nObjectives: \nRestate the basic molecular biology and microbiological principles behind gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular therapies and gene therapies\nSummarize how to conduct a risk assessment for gene-based vaccines\, gene modified cellular therapies and gene therapies\nIdentify viral vectorology (properties\, uses\, and risks associated with commonly utilized viral vectors) \nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: All Safety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\, New Biosafety Professionals\, Research Administrators\, Clinical Professionals\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 8 hours (two 4-hour live sessions\, each with a 15-minute break)\nQuestions \nPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Confirmed\, paid participants will receive course details a few days prior. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/29/2025. Cancellations incur a 15% fee. Between 8/29/2025 and 9/5/2025\, 50% refunds apply. No refunds after 9/5/2025.\nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF) \nCourse is two 4-hour sessions. Attendees will need to log on 15 minutes prior to the start time. There will be a 15-minute break each session during the course. To receive credit and a certificate\, attendees must attend the session and complete or access all course modules. The course materials are for registered participants only.\nCOURSE FACULTY\nDaniel Eisenman\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, SM(NRCM)\, Advarra\, Columbia\, MD\nCOURSE FEES \nABSA Member: $500\nNon-member: $670 \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Fees include course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 8 hours of expert-led interactive instruction.\nCONTACT HOURS \nThis course has been approved for 1.0 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. *ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 7.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. Course access links are unique and for individual use only. Sharing is prohibited. Duplicate logins or unregistered attendees will be removed from the webinar without a refund. URL:https://absa.org/event/3v-introduction-to-the-science-and-biosafety-of-cell-and-gene-therapy-clinical-trials/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABSA2025-Webinar-3v-CellGeneTherapyClinTrial.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250925T095000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250925T120000 DTSTAMP:20250922T153347Z CREATED:20250922T153347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T153347Z UID:10000622-1758793800-1758801600@absa.org SUMMARY:AZBA Fall Meeting DESCRIPTION:AZBA Fall Meeting\nThursday\, September 25\, 2025\n9:50am Arizona time (currently Pacific Time): Join for welcome and socialize\n10:00am – 12:00 pm: Speakers \nJoin us on Zoom   \nCost – Free \n  \n9:50 – 10:00\nWelcome and Socialize \n10:00 – 10:30\nSpeaker: Irene Ruberto\, PhD\, MPH\nVector-borne & Zoonotic Diseases (VBZD) & Mycotic Diseases Program Manager\, Arizona Department of Health Services\n“Yersinia pestis in the High Desert: Understanding plague transmission in Northern Arizona” \n10:30 – 11:00\nSpeaker: David Larsen\, PhD\, MPH\nProfessor and Chair\, Department of Public Health\, Syracuse University\n“Environmental (wastewater) surveillance for polio following a paralytic case in New York State in July 2022” \n11:00 – 11:55\nSpeakers: Christy Ottendorfer\, PhD\, and Travis Brown\, MPH\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention\, Office of Readiness and Response\, U.S. National Authority for Containment of Poliovirus\n“Poliovirus Containment Program in the United States” \n11:55 – 12:00\nAZBA Updates and Closing \nFor more information\, please reach out to secretary@azba.org. \nJoin us on Zoom URL:https://absa.org/event/azba-fall-meeting/ LOCATION:Zoom\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/azba.png ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Biosafety Alliance (AZBA)":MAILTO:secretary@azba.org GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T120000 DTSTAMP:20250922T152633Z CREATED:20250922T152529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T152633Z UID:10000621-1758708000-1758715200@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/iso-online-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="EBSA":MAILTO:ebsa-office@ebsaweb.eu GEO:40.7136403;-74.0078452 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T150000 DTSTAMP:20250805T014813Z CREATED:20250805T014813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T014813Z UID:10000603-1758279600-1758294000@absa.org SUMMARY:2V. Program Management Fundamentals for the Biosafety Professionals DESCRIPTION:riday\, September 19\, 2025 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\n2v. Program Management Fundamentals for the Biosafety Professionals\nDownload Flyer\nRegister \nThis course is designed for biosafety professionals who are responsible for overseeing biosafety departments. The principles and practices briefly covered in this course are closely related to the Program Management Professional (PMP) certification. By understanding the core competencies of the PMP framework\, biosafety professionals can apply project management methodologies to enhance the planning\, execution\, and evaluation of their biosafety programs. This integration of program management skills with biosafety expertise ensures that participants are well-prepared to lead effective\, compliant and sustainable biosafety programs within their organizations. In addition\, the course aligns with key international standards and guidelines\, such as ISO 35001\, which specifies requirements for a biosafety risk management system. Participants will gain insights into how to integrate ISO 35001 principles into their biosafety programs\, ensuring a systematic and effective approach to biosafety risk management. The course also covers the World Health Organization (WHO) Biosafety Programme Management Associated Monograph\, providing a global perspective on best practices for managing biosafety risks. By familiarizing themselves with the WHO guidelines\, participants will be better equipped to implement and maintain robust biosafety programs that meet international standards. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n Integration of Project Management Methodologies – Focus on planning\, execution\, and evaluation of biosafety initiatives using structured project management tools and techniques\n Implementation of ISO 35001 Standards – Emphasis on creating a systematic and effective approach to managing biosafety risks.\n Adoption of WHO Biosafety Programme Guidelines – Provides a global perspective and best practices for managing biosafety risks in compliance with international expectations \nObjectives: \n Summarize program management principles and methodologies tailored specifically for biosafety applications\n Recognize skills needed to identify\, assess\, and mitigate management risks effectively\n Apply PMP\, ISO 35001 and WHO applications to biosafety \nSuggested Background: Fundamentals of Biosafety\nTarget Audience: New Biosafety Professionals\, All Safety Professionals\nAudience Level: Intermediate\nCourse Length: 4 hours (with a 15-minute break)\nQuestions \nPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Confirmed\, paid participants will receive course details a few days prior. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/22/2025. Cancellations incur a 15% fee. Between 8/22/2025 and 8/29/2025\, 50% refunds apply. No refunds after 8/29/2025.\nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF) \nCourse is one 4-hour session. Attendees will need to log on 15 minutes prior to the start time. There will be a 15-minute break during the course. To receive credit and a certificate\, attendees must attend the session and complete or access all course modules. The course materials are for registered participants only.\nCOURSE FACULTY\nLolly Gardiner\, MBA\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, MRIGlobal\, Kansas City\, MO\nJane Alam\, ASQ CMQ/OE\, ASQ CQA\, MRIGlobal\, Kansas City\, MO\nCOURSE FEES \nABSA Member: $300\nNon-member: $390 \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Fees include course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4 hours of expert-led interactive instruction.\nCONTACT HOURS \nThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. *ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 3.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. Course access links are unique and for individual use only. Sharing is prohibited. Duplicate logins or unregistered attendees will be removed from the webinar without a refund. URL:https://absa.org/event/2v-program-management-fundamentals-for-the-biosafety-professionals/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABSA2025-Webinar-2v-ProgMgmt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T130000 DTSTAMP:20250912T121807Z CREATED:20250912T121807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T121807Z UID:10000618-1758279600-1758286800@absa.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNet September Lunch Meeting DESCRIPTION:The BioNet September Lunch Meeting will be held at Azusa Pacific University\, 901 E Alosta Ave\, Azusa\, CA 91702\, located in the Greater Los Angeles Region. The event is set to occur on September 19th\, 2025 from 11am to 1pm Pacific Time. Specific directions regarding parking and a map to the conference room will be shared closer to the event. The meeting will also be available as a webinar for those who cannot attend in person. \nTopics include “Biosafety Bench to Bedside” and “National BSL-3 Training Program Updates”. \nPlease register using the link here or check the flyer here. \nThis meeting is free to those who are BioNet members and offers 0.25 CM Point for those looking to satisfy ABSA certifications. URL:https://absa.org/event/2025-bionet-september-lunch-meeting/ LOCATION:Azusa Pacific University\, 901 E Alosta Ave\, Azusa\, CA\, 91702\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/bionetEvent-848.png GEO:34.1303221;-117.8892304 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Azusa Pacific University 901 E Alosta Ave Azusa CA 91702 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=901 E Alosta Ave:geo:-117.8892304,34.1303221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T150000 DTSTAMP:20250805T014518Z CREATED:20250805T004120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T014518Z UID:10000602-1757674800-1757689200@absa.org SUMMARY:1V. A Helpful Guide to Becoming a Well-Rounded Biosafety Professional Workshop DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 12\, 2025 | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CDT\n1V. A Helpful Guide to Becoming a Well-Rounded Biosafety Professional Workshop \nBiosafety professionals must grasp the complexity of various hazards present in laboratories\, which include not only biological agents but also chemical\, radiological\, and physical hazards. This course will provide an overview of these key hazards and equip participants with the knowledge needed to assess and mitigate risks within their institutions. Topics will cover biological hazards (including risk assessments and a brief review of laboratory regulations)\, select agents\, chemical hazards (with an emphasis on safety data sheets and hazard communication)\, industrial hygiene (including respiratory safety\, air quality\, and waste anesthetic gas management)\, radiological hazards (including lasers)\, and animal-related hazards (such as physical risks and allergens). The course will conclude with practical tabletop exercises\, allowing participants to apply the concepts learned throughout the course\, including risk assessment development\, emergency response\, and handling unique laboratory conditions. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nBiological Hazards – Summarize risk assessment methodologies\, laboratory regulations\, and the handling of select agents\nIndustrial Hygiene – Discuss respiratory protection needs\, air quality monitoring and control\, and safe handling and storage practices\nTabletop Exercises – Develop risk assessments\, an emergency response plan\, and use scenarios to problem solve unique lab conditions \nObjectives: \nIdentify the diverse hazards encountered in laboratory settings and resources required to manage laboratory safety effectively\nSummarize the principles of risk assessment and how to apply them to laboratory environments\nDevelop strategies to mitigate biological and non-biological hazards in the laboratory. \nSuggested Background: None\nTarget Audience: New Biosafety Professionals\, Laboratory Workers\nAudience Level: Basic\nCourse Length: 4 hours (with a 15-minute break) URL:https://absa.org/event/1v-a-helpful-guide-to-becoming-a-well-rounded-biosafety-professional-workshop/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABSA2025-Webinar-1v-HelpBSO.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919 DTSTAMP:20250911T000543Z CREATED:20250307T192503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T000543Z UID:10000518-1757548800-1758239999@absa.org SUMMARY:08. Virus-based Gene Transfer Vectors DESCRIPTION:08. Virus-based Gene Transfer Vectors\nA distance learning opportunity\nSeptember 11 and 18\, 2025\n12:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nVirus-based Gene Transfer Vectors is an intermediate course that will examine the molecules\, processes\, and techniques involved in recombinant gene expression. Participants will explore the technology of how viruses are converted into vector systems for the transfer of gene expression constructs. Common viral vector systems\, including retroviruses\, lentiviruses\, adenoviruses\, poxviruses\, herpesviruses\, alphaviruses\, and baculoviruses will be discussed with an emphasis on the biosafety characteristics of the vectors derived from these viruses. This course is targeted for the biosafety professional who is not actively conducting laboratory research yet requires a basic understanding of recombinant DNA methodology. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe processes of recombinant gene expression\nDiscuss concepts of viral vector technology and biosafety features\nRecognize characteristics of vector systems unique to specific viruses\nApply knowledge of recombinant gene expression and viral vector principles to risk assessments\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert:\nPatrick Condreay\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Duke University\, Durham\, North Carolina. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nLaboratory Workers\nAll Safety Professionals\nAll Biosafety Professionals\n\nSUGGESTED BACKGROUND\nFundamentals of Biosafety\nMicro/Molecular Biology 101\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 2.5-hour sessions on Thursday\, September 11\, and Thursday\, September 18\, 2025\, at 12:30 pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time.  You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $350 USD\nNonmembers $440 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 8/14/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 8/14/2025. Cancellations between 8/14/2025 and 8/21/2025 will be refunded 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 8/21/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/08-virus-based-gene-transfer-vectors/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ABSA-Webinar-Virus-based-Gene-Transfer-Vectors.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T120000 DTSTAMP:20250529T143102Z CREATED:20250529T143102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T143102Z UID:10000570-1757318400-1757592000@absa.org SUMMARY:15th Annual Preventing and Treating Biological Exposures: An Occupational Health Colloquium DESCRIPTION:Join The Eagleson Institute and the Elizabeth R Griffin Program in Boston\, MA this September for the \n15th Annual Preventing and Treating Biological Exposures: An Occupational Health Colloquium\nThis event\, co-sponsored by ABSA International\, connects biosafety professionals with occupational health professionals\, bringing together the people who know\, with the people who need to know. \nTopics include: Developing an Occupational Health Program\, Preparing for an AAALAC Inspection\, Respiratory diseases\, Lentiviral and Retroviral Vectors\, Laboratory Animal Allergies\, Biomedical Research\, Best Practices\, Travel Medicine\, Late Breaking Topics \nTour: National Emerging Infectious Disease Laboratory (NEIDL)\, Boston University. URL:https://absa.org/event/15th-annual-preventing-and-treating-biological-exposures-an-occupational-health-colloquium/ LOCATION:ALOFT Boston Seaport District\, 401-403 D Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/OCC-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eagleson Institute":MAILTO:eagleson@eagleson.org GEO:42.3435443;-71.0446778 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=ALOFT Boston Seaport District 401-403 D Street Boston MA 02210 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=401-403 D Street:geo:-71.0446778,42.3435443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250904 DTSTAMP:20250826T173941Z CREATED:20250619T113901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T173941Z UID:10000579-1756252800-1756943999@absa.org SUMMARY:12. Laboratories & 1st Responders: Coordination\, Planning\, & Emergency Response DESCRIPTION:12. Laboratories & 1st Responders: Coordination\, Planning\, & Emergency Response\nA distance learning opportunityAugust 27 and September 3\, 202512:00 – 2:00pm (CDT) \nDownload BrochureRegister NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.Registrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nLaboratories & 1st Responders: Coordination\, Planning\, & Emergency Response webinar will provide researchers\, administrators\, and safety professionals working in laboratory facilities with recommendations and best practices on how to establish beneficial working relationships with regional emergency response agencies. This webinar will provide an overview of emergency management functions\, strategies for engaging 1st responders\, recommendations on how to prepare research facilities for emergencies\, and breakout sessions and case studies to discuss how to build relationships\, support 1st responders\, develop response procedures\, and conduct exercise planning. Ample time will be provided throughout the webinar to discuss participant experiences and concerns. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nImplement multiple strategies to engage 1st responders\nFacilitate open lines of communication with 1st responders\nRecognize differences of perception and perspective on biosafety risk\nShare accurate information on biosafety hazards with 1st responders\nIdentify additional organizational stakeholders required to participate in emergency response planning\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter experts:David Farris\, PhD\, MBA\, CEM\, George Mason University\, Fairfax\, VA\, Shelley Jones\, MS\, RBP(ABSA)\, Northern Arizona University\, Flagstaff\, AZ\, Amy Vogler\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Northern Arizona University\, Flagstaff\, AZ \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBiosafety professionals in government\, industry\, academic and other institutions/organizations\nInstitutional Public Safety\, Biosafety Officers\, Emergency Response Directors\, Facility Operations\, and Facility Administrators\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. *ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. Course access links are unique and for individual use only. Sharing is prohibited. Duplicate logins or unregistered attendees will be removed from the webinar without a refund. \nThis webinar will consist of two 2-hour sessions on Wednesday August 27\, and Wednesday September 3\, 2025 at 12:00pm CDT.  For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation is unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $300 USDNonmembers $390 USD \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Fees include course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 4 hours of expert-led interactive instruction. \nGroup Discount:10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organizationContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo receive the ABSA member rate\, participants must be current ABSA members during the training year. Confirmed\, paid participants will receive course details a few days prior. Substitutions allowed with notice by 7/30/2025. Cancellations incur a 15% fee. Between 7/30/2025 and 8/5/2025\, 50% refunds apply. No refunds after 8/5/2025. \nEach participant will receive a unique\, non-transferable link to access the course. These links are intended for individual use only. If multiple entries under the same name appear on the Zoom attendee list\, or if unregistered names are detected\, all such entries will be removed without refund. Sharing or unauthorized use of webinar links is strictly prohibited. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/12-laboratories-1st-responders-coordination-planning-emergency-response/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ABSA-Webinar-1stResponder.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T140000 DTSTAMP:20250720T142405Z CREATED:20250720T141523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T142405Z UID:10000595-1755090000-1755093600@absa.org SUMMARY:APHL/ABSA Webinar: Temporary Laboratories: Uses and Safety Concerns DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION \nThis APHL webinar in collaboration with the American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) will delve further into the topic of mobile and temporary laboratories. Topics will include how they may be employed for preparedness events and disaster relief\, their ability to be utilized as BSL-2 and/or BSL-3 spaces\, and concerns with validation of operating parameters\, certification and commissioning. Experts with personal experience will discuss the usefulness of these temporary facilities\, various appropriate procedural applications and potential problems.  \nDownload FlyerOBJECTIVES \nAt the conclusion of the program\, the participant will be able to: \n\nOutline the potential facility concerns with the use of temporary and modular laboratories\nIdentify appropriate uses of temporary laboratories during a public health event or crisis \nDescribe the differences between validation and certification and commissioning of these spaces\n\nFACULTY \nBill Arndt\, PhD\, RBP (ABSA)\, senior scientist\, life sciences division\, Pond & Company  \nNatasha Griffith\, MS\, MPH\, RBP (ABSA)\, associate director of operations\, high containment laboratories\, Georgia State University \nAUDIENCE \nThis program is intended for biosafety professionals and anyone who works in or supervises a public health\, clinical\, academic or biotech industry laboratory. Research scientists\, engineers and other stakeholders involved in laboratory construction are also invited to attend. \nCONTINUING EDUCATION \nThe Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL) is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program and CPH-recertification. P.A.C.E.® is accepted by all licensure states except Florida. This activity will provide 1.0 contact hour(s) for participants who successfully complete this training until August 13\, 2025. After this date\, you can no longer obtain P.A.C.E.® for this learning activity. \nENROLLMENT \n\nIf you do not have an APHL account\, please create an account\nIf you have an APHL account\, click the Enroll button to begin the enrollment process. If not already signed into the APHL Learning Center\, you will be prompted to sign in to enroll in the activity.\n\nACCESSING A LIVE WEBINAR \nAfter enrolling in the session\, you will receive enrollment and reminder emails with a calendar invite and information on how to access the webinar. For more information on logging in and attending the live webinar\, follow these instructions. \nContact alc@aphl.org with any login or account questions. URL:https://absa.org/event/aphl-absa-webinar-temporary-laboratories-uses-and-safety-concerns/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/APHL-ABSAevent-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250812 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250816 DTSTAMP:20250709T181037Z CREATED:20250527T181228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T181037Z UID:10000571-1754956800-1755302399@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/250527-SIBB25-English-hybrid.jpg GEO:19.4352494;-99.0890183 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250815 DTSTAMP:20250806T174515Z CREATED:20250307T184202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T174515Z UID:10000517-1754524800-1755215999@absa.org SUMMARY:07. Molecular Biology 101 DESCRIPTION:07. Molecular Biology 101\nA distance learning opportunityAugust 7 and 14\, 202512:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.Registrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nMolecular Biology 101 is intended for those professionals that participate in protocol review\, facilities planning\, and other risk assessment activities but lack a basic understanding of molecular biology and techniques. Following this course\, attendees will be able to do more than regurgitate facts and use the new understanding of the principles of molecular biology in various situations at their institution. This course will cover topics such as the chemistry of nucleic acids\, DNA replication\, RNA transcription\, and protein translation\, the Central Dogma of Biology\, DNA cloning\, transfection of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells\, restriction enzymes\, and recombinant DNA lab methodologies (including PCR\, DNA fingerprinting\, sequencing\, and detection protocols). While this course will not turn you into a molecular biologist\, it will give you enough background information to understand the nature and manipulation of genetic material and hopefully unveil the mystery of deoxyribonucleic acid. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the differences and chemistry of nucleic acids\nDefine general molecular biology techniques\nDemonstrate an understanding of the principles of molecular biology used to develop recombinant DNA technology and to show how these technologies are used to study biological phenomena\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert:James Klenner\, MSc\, MPH\, MPA\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Ball State University\, Muncie\, Indiana \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nNew Biosafety Professionals\nNon-Scientists that review protocol\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 3-hour webinar sessions on Thursday\, August 7\, and Wednesday\, August 14\, 2025\, at 12:00 pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $400 USDNonmembers $490 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organizationContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 7/10/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 7/10/2025. Cancellations between 7/10/2025 and 7/17/2025 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 7/17/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/07-molecular-biology-101/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ABSA-Webinar-MolecularBio.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250804 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809 DTSTAMP:20250305T173052Z CREATED:20250227T230748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T173052Z UID:10000508-1754265600-1754697599@absa.org SUMMARY:Biosafety and Biosecurity Training Course (BBTC®) DESCRIPTION:ABSA BBTC® Fort Collins\nAugust 4-8\, 2025\nHilton Fort Collins\nFort Collins\, Colorado \nRegistration will open Spring 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA WEEK-LONG COURSE COVERING ANIMAL\, GENERAL\, AND PLANT BIOSAFETY AND BIOSECURITY\n\n\nThe 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. \nThe 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\, and field investigations. Participants will receive intensive and engaging training on aspects of biosafety and biosecurity\, including interactive exercises and greenhouse tour. All lunches and an offsite dinner on Tuesday will be provided. The BBTC emphasizes the ethics and principles of biosafety and is a perfect follow-up to ABSA’s Principles & Practices of Biosafety Course. Please note: ABSA International BBTC® is solely an ABSA International course and is not affiliated with other organizations or institutions. URL:https://absa.org/event/biosafety-and-biosecurity-training-course-bbtc/ LOCATION:Hilton Fort Collins\, 425 West Prospect Road\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526\, United States CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,BBTC,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ABSA-BBTC-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org GEO:40.56603;-105.082542 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hilton Fort Collins 425 West Prospect Road Fort Collins CO 80526 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=425 West Prospect Road:geo:-105.082542,40.56603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250724 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801 DTSTAMP:20250725T174815Z CREATED:20250307T181858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T174815Z UID:10000516-1753315200-1754006399@absa.org SUMMARY:06. Large-scale Biosafety DESCRIPTION:06. Large-scale Biosafety\nA distance learning opportunity\nJuly 24 and 31\, 2025\n12:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only.\nRecordings are available for purchase 90 days after the start of the course and must be completed 60 days after purchase.\nLarge-scale Biosafety will review biosafety for work at large-scale\, which the NIH rDNA Guidelines defines as >10L. The course will review Appendix K from GLSP to BSL-3 LS\, with a focus on primary and secondary containment. It will review basic bioprocessing steps\, such as fermentation/cell culture and purification technologies. Examples of classic and newer single use technologies will be provided. Pearls and pitfalls of the various technologies will be discussed\, using various scenarios. The course will include a review of risk assessment techniques used for large scale bioprocesses and a discussion of large-scale related to vaccines\, viral vectors\, and recombinant proteins. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize large scale bioprocessing technologies\, the inherent risks and how to perform and document risk assessments\nDescribe the advantages and disadvantages of single use biotechnology equipment. Plan for issues of waste disposal and emergency response\nRestate the components of the NIH rDNA Guidelines Appendix K and how to implement them for large scale bioprocessing projects\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert:\nBrian Petuch\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Biosafety Project Manager\, International Safety Systems\, Inc.\, Columbus\, New Jersey \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nExperienced Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\nLaboratory Management\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 3-hour sessions on Thursday\, July 24\, and July 31\, 2025\, at 12:00 pm CDT. For the webinar\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes ahead of the start of each session. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete the pre- and post-course assessments\, and complete the evaluation in order to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $400 USD\nNonmembers $490 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 6/26/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations by 6/26/2025. Cancellations between 6/26/2025 and 7/3/2025 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 7/3/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/06-large-scale-biosafety/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ABSA-Webinar-LargeScaleBS.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250716 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250724 DTSTAMP:20250720T132024Z CREATED:20250423T165057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T132024Z UID:10000551-1752624000-1753315199@absa.org SUMMARY:11. Field Biosafety: Protecting Researchers and Communities in Wildlife Disease Investigations DESCRIPTION:11. Field Biosafety: Protecting Researchers and Communities in Wildlife Disease Investigations\nA distance learning opportunity\nJuly 16 and 23\, 2025\n1:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nThis webinar will provide comprehensive training on field biosafety\, designed specifically for biosafety professionals\, researchers\, veterinarians\, and field personnel involved in wildlife disease research. The course is structured to offer practical guidance on assessing biosafety risks in diverse field settings and effectively implementing the Field Biosafety Levels (FBSLs)—a structured framework for zoonotic disease protection. Participants will learn to critically evaluate risks\, determine appropriate biosafety levels\, and apply best practices in real-world scenarios. \nOver the two sessions\, participants will be introduced to key principles of field biosafety and detailed considerations for advising researchers on potential risks. Participants will also explore the practical application of Field Biosafety Levels (FBSLs) as a proposed standardized approach to managing zoonotic risks in diverse field environments. In the final session\, participants will be given a brief recap\, followed by an interactive implementation practice exercise. Real-world examples\, including visual aids illustrating proper and improper biosafety practices\, will be reviewed. Participants will engage in active discussions\, analyzing images to identify potential biosafety hazards and propose solutions. The webinar concludes with an open Q&A session. \n  \nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert: Marc Valitutto\, VMD\, Wildlife Veterinarian and Biosafety Expert\, specializing in zoonotic disease investigations and the development of the Field Biosafety Levels framework\, Field Biosafety Solutions\, New York\, NY \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nBiosafety professionals and researchers involved in research activity in outdoor\, non-laboratory settings\nVeterinarians\, field researchers\, and support personnel working in zoonotic disease investigations\nEnvironmental health and safety officers overseeing field-based research activities\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.5 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 4.5 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThe webinar will be two 2-hour sessions on Wednesday\, July 16 and July 23\, 2025\, at 1:00 pm (CDT). For the webinar sessions\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time. You are required to attend the webinar sessions\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members: $175 USD\nNonmembers: $265 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 2 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 6/18/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 6/25/2025. Cancellations between 6/25/2025 and 7/2/2025 will be refunded 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 7/2/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/11-field-biosafety-protecting-researchers-and-communities-in-wildlife-disease-investigations/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ABSA-Webinar-FieldBio.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719 DTSTAMP:20240628T171237Z CREATED:20240628T170911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T171237Z UID:10000415-1752364800-1752883199@absa.org SUMMARY:Principles & Practices of Biosafety® | Pittsburgh\, PA DESCRIPTION:A COMPREHENSIVE\, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE\n\n\nPrinciples & 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. \n\nOBJECTIVES\n\n\nAt the end of the course each participant will be able to: \n\nDescribe 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\nDiscuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials\nIdentify\, locate\, and efficiently use key biosafety resources URL:https://absa.org/event/principles-practices-of-biosafety-pittsburgh-pa-2/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown\, 535 Smithfield Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Featured,Principles & Practices of Biosafety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PPB-2025-PittsburghPA-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org GEO:40.4413521;-79.9980174 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Embassy Suites—Pittsburgh Downtown 535 Smithfield Street Pittsburgh PA 15222 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=535 Smithfield Street:geo:-79.9980174,40.4413521 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250717 DTSTAMP:20250619T174352Z CREATED:20250619T174352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T174352Z UID:10000581-1752364800-1752710399@absa.org SUMMARY:CSHEMA 72nd Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:CSHEMA 72nd Annual Conference \nJuly 13-16\, 2025 in Seattle\, WA \nJoin us in Seattle for the premier event in campus safety\, health\, and environmental management. The CSHEMA Annual Conference brings together EHS professionals from across the country for engaging discussions\, expert-led sessions\, and valuable networking opportunities. URL:https://absa.org/event/cshema-72nd-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Westin Seattle\, 1900 5th Ave\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States CATEGORIES:Non-ABSA-Sponsored ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CSHEMA-Banner-2025.png GEO:47.6136913;-122.33813 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Westin Seattle 1900 5th Ave Seattle WA 98101 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1900 5th Ave:geo:-122.33813,47.6136913 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620 DTSTAMP:20250612T144136Z CREATED:20250307T170657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144136Z UID:10000515-1749686400-1750377599@absa.org SUMMARY:05. Concepts of Virology DESCRIPTION:05. Concepts of Virology\nA distance learning opportunityJune 12 and 19\, 202512:30 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.Registrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nConcepts of Virology will briefly review gene expression in eukaryotes and examine several concepts of virology. Characteristics of different viral families will be presented as well as general replication strategies employed by different viruses. Mechanisms of viral pathogenesis and strategies for antiviral intervention will also be explored. Participants should have a familiarity with molecular biology. The course is targeted to the biosafety professional who does not actively conduct laboratory research but would like to gain a basic knowledge of virology. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine the nature of viruses and clarify how the viruses are classified into families\nRecognize strategies employed by viruses to multiply in a host\nDiscuss concepts underlying viral pathogenesis\nDescribe methods used to interfere with viral infection and replication\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert:Patrick Condreay\, PhD\, RBP(ABSA)\, Duke University\, Durham\, North Carolina. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nExperienced Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\n\nSUGGESTED BACKGROUND\nMicro/Molecular Biology 101\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be a two 2.5-hour webinar session on Thursday\, June 12\, and Thursday\, June 19\, 2025\, at 12:30pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $350 USDNonmembers $440 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organizationContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 5/15/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 5/15/2025. Cancellations between 5/15/2025 and 5/22/2025 will be refunded at 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 5/22/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/05-concepts-of-virology/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ABSA-Webinar-Virology.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250609T163000 DTSTAMP:20250529T143932Z CREATED:20250529T143800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T143932Z UID:10000572-1749477600-1749486600@absa.org SUMMARY:New World screwworm webinar DESCRIPTION:Join AgriLife Extension for a free educational event from 2-4:30 p.m. June 9 on New World screwworm detection and response efforts. \nIn response to the growing concern about the New World screwworm\, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a webinar on June 9 to provide more information to agricultural producers and the public. \nAgriLife Extension experts will be joined by Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostics Laboratory and Texas Animal Health Commission veterinarians to discuss the importance of New World screwworm awareness and prevention. \nThis fly poses a serious threat to livestock and wildlife because it deposits eggs into the wounds of living animals. These larval infestations can infest any living mammal\, including pets and humans. URL:https://absa.org/event/new-world-screwworm-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Non-ABSA-Sponsored ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/screwwormgood.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T163000 DTSTAMP:20250204T194048Z CREATED:20250204T194048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T194048Z UID:10000487-1749459600-1749745800@absa.org SUMMARY:UCI BSL-3 Laboratory Training DESCRIPTION:BSL-3 laboratory training is a four-day intensive training for laboratory staff\, managers\, biosafety professionals\, and individuals with direct or indirect involvement with work in high-containment. These courses are designed to prepare individuals for the basics of safely working in and around BSL-3 laboratories and includes a mixture of practical and classroom courses covering: \n\n\nReview of biosafety principles and levels \n\n\nRisk assessment and management \n\n\nWaste management \n\n\nLaboratory management \n\n\nSafety procedures \n\n\nEmergency management \n\n\nBiosafety cabinet practices and procedures \n\n\nSmall and large spill decontamination \n\n\nDonning and doffing PPE \n\n\nLaboratory operations and preventative maintenance \n\n\nData and material management \n\n\nInventory and records management \n\n\nBiosecurity URL:https://absa.org/event/uci-bsl-3-laboratory-training-6/ LOCATION:University of California\, Irvine\, Irvine\, CA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/UC-Irvine-BSL-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="UC Irvine":MAILTO:bl3train@uci.edu GEO:33.6845673;-117.8265049 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T170000 DTSTAMP:20250314T160723Z CREATED:20250314T160559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T160723Z UID:10000526-1749024000-1749056400@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ChABSA_Logo-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Chesapeake Area Biological Safety Association (ChABSA)":MAILTO:crab@chabsa.org GEO:39.0945684;-77.2010016 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Universities at Shady Grove 9630 Gudelsky Dr Rockville MD 20850 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9630 Gudelsky Dr:geo:-77.2010016,39.0945684 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250605 DTSTAMP:20250603T184427Z CREATED:20250603T184427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T184427Z UID:10000573-1748995200-1749081599@absa.org 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/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Flag-map_of_Maryland-848.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524 DTSTAMP:20240708T133112Z CREATED:20240628T050221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T133112Z UID:10000414-1747526400-1748044799@absa.org SUMMARY:Principles & Practices of Biosafety® | Omaha\, NE DESCRIPTION:A COMPREHENSIVE\, INTERACTIVE 5-DAY COURSE\n\n\nPrinciples & 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. \n\nOBJECTIVES\n\n\nAt the end of the course each participant will be able to: \n\nDescribe 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\nDiscuss ways to provide effective technical expertise in situations involving potentially hazardous biological materials\nIdentify\, locate\, and efficiently use key biosafety resources URL:https://absa.org/event/principles-practices-of-biosafety-omaha-ne/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites Omaha Downtown Old Market\, South 10th Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68102\, United States CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Featured,Principles & Practices of Biosafety ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/PPB-2025-OmahaNE-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org GEO:41.2550129;-95.9285744 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Embassy Suites Omaha Downtown Old Market South 10th Street Omaha NE 68102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=South 10th Street:geo:-95.9285744,41.2550129 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T140000 DTSTAMP:20250427T144727Z CREATED:20250427T144727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T144727Z UID:10000552-1747386000-1747404000@absa.org 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/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/bionetEvent-848.png ORGANIZER;CN="Biological Safety Information Network (BioNet)":MAILTO:Kathy@appliedinst.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250513T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250516T160000 DTSTAMP:20240930T163554Z CREATED:20240930T163554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T163554Z UID:10000439-1747123200-1747411200@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/banner-ebsaconf_2025-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="EBSA":MAILTO:ebsa-office@ebsaweb.eu GEO:50.8372247;5.7133925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000 DTSTAMP:20250404T163516Z CREATED:20250404T162915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T163516Z UID:10000537-1746518400-1746550800@absa.org 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/ CATEGORIES:Affiliate,Non-ABSA-Sponsored END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T120000 DTSTAMP:20250226T050309Z CREATED:20250226T050309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T050309Z UID:10000504-1746104400-1746187200@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025SEBSASymposium-848.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Kerri Kwist":MAILTO:kkwist@clemson.edu GEO:33.9207872;-84.3428211 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyatt Place Perimeter 1232 Hammond Drive NE Atlanta GA 30346 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1232 Hammond Drive NE:geo:-84.3428211,33.9207872 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T140000 DTSTAMP:20250501T131943Z CREATED:20250501T131943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T131943Z UID:10000559-1746104400-1746108000@absa.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://absa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MABioN-848.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509 DTSTAMP:20250501T092055Z CREATED:20250307T161420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T092055Z UID:10000514-1746057600-1746748799@absa.org SUMMARY:04. Fundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease DESCRIPTION:04. Fundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease\nA distance learning opportunity\nMay 1 and 8\, 2025\n12:00 – 3:00pm (CDT) \nDownload Brochure (pdf)Register NowRegistration for the live webinar must be completed 1 business day prior to the start of the training.\nRegistrations received after will receive access to the recording only. \nFundamentals of Microbiology and Infectious Disease is intended for those professionals who participate in protocol review\, facilities planning\, and any other risk assessment activities\, but are unsure as to the actual nature of the disease risks of microbiological agents. Biological safety and risk assessment will not be covered in this course. The proposed topics will cover infectious agents\, virulence factors\, pathogenicities\, host-microbe interactions\, susceptibility\, modes of transmission\, and the changes seen in the microbial world. If you don’t know the difference between a TCID50\, PFU\, or ID50; or why HBV is stable in dried blood and HIV is not; or why influenza is an inhalation hazard; or why public health officials advocate flu shots each year—then this course is for you. \nOBJECTIVESUpon completion of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine different microorganisms and their pathogenicity\nRestate the various modes of transmission of microbial pathogens\nCorrelate the host response to microbial infections\nDevelop a basis of understanding for various environmental survival trends\n\nCOURSE FACULTYThe webinar will be presented by the following subject matter expert:\nJames Klenner\, MSc\, MPH\, MPA\, RBP(ABSA)\, CBSP(ABSA)\, Ball State University\, Muncie\, Indiana. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll Safety Professionals\nNew Biosafety Professionals\nLaboratory Workers\n\nCONTACT HOURSThis course has been approved for 0.75 CM points toward RBP/CBSP recertification. ABSA International is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS P.A.C.E.® Program. This course is approved for 6.0 P.A.C.E.® contact hours. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund.  The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nThis webinar will be two 3-hour webinar sessions on Thursday\, May 1\, and Thursday\, May 8\, 2025\, at 12:00pm (CDT). For the webinar session\, you should plan on logging in 15 minutes prior to the start time. You are required to attend the webinar session\, complete and/or access all the modules in the course on the training site to receive the completion certificate through the ABSA International Training Site. The link in the invitation will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. \nTips for a Successful ABSA Webinar (PDF)COURSE FEESABSA Members $400 USD\nNonmembers $490 USD \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Course fees include: course handouts\, access to the ABSA International training site\, and 5 hours of interactive instruction from a well-respected subject matter expert. \nGroup Discount:\n10% off each registration for 3-4 participants from the same organization\n20% off each registration for 5-9 participants from the same organization\n30% off each registration for 10 or more participants from the same organization\nContact the ABSA office to register your group \nTo obtain the ABSA member rate\, the participant will need to be an ABSA member in the year in which the training is offered. Confirmed\, paid participants will be sent detailed information regarding the course within a few days prior to the course. Substitutions allowed with notice by 4/4/2025. There is a 15% processing fee for cancellations prior to 4/4/2025. Cancellations between 4/4/2025 and 4/11/2025 will be refunded 50% of the course fee. No refunds after 4/11/2025. \nThe links to the various invitations for the course will be unique to the user and cannot be shared. The links are for single\, individual use only. If more than one occurrence of an individual’s name is on the Zoom attendee list or a name not of the roster\, all instances will be removed from the webinar with no refund. The webinar and its associated links are for single\, individual use only. \nQUESTIONSPlease direct questions about this course to:\nKariAnn DeServi\, MEd\nDirector of Education\, ABSA\n866.425.1385 / education@absa.org URL:https://absa.org/event/04-fundamentals-of-microbiology-and-infectious-disease/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:ABSA-Sponsored,Online Education,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="ABSA International":MAILTO:info@absa.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR