Program
What will you make possible?
The 2026 ASBMB Annual Meeting is where connections spark breakthroughs. With a program that highlights the broad scope of the molecular life sciences, you are invited to dive deeper into your specific area of research or explore beyond. Surround yourself with cutting-edge science, explore emerging trends and unlock insights that will propel your research forward.
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Symposia
The symposia at the 2026 ASBMB Annual Meeting will feature the latest advances and hottest trends in the molecular life sciences. Hear leading experts discuss their newest discoveries and cutting-edge approaches.
| Theme | Organizers |
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Deep dive
Racing the clock: Molecular mechanisms of aging |
Rozalyn Anderson, University of Wisconsin–Madison Daniel Jarosz, Stanford University |
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Deep dive
I, biochemist: Automation and AI in the lab |
Polly Fordyce, Stanford University Hua Su, Merck & Co. |
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Deep dive
Is anyone there? Information transfer in biology from proteins to organisms |
Philip Cole, Brigham and Women’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School Graham T. Johnson, Allen Institute for Cell Science |
| Observing a lot by just watching: Advances in biological imaging across multiple scales | Mario J. Borgnia, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Rinku Jain, AbbVie Inc. Kevin Welsher, Duke University |
| Building proteins for biotechnology and medicine | Stefan Lutz, Codexis Inc. Michelle L. Hastings, University of Michigan Medical School Sujata Sharma, Johnson & Johnson |
| Chemical biology for the greater good | Fred Vaillancourt, Remix Therapeutics Inc. Keriann Backus, University of California, Los Angeles Matthew Disney, University of Florida/Scripps Institute for Biomedical Research & Innovation |
| Enzymology today and tomorrow | J. Martin Bollinger Jr., Penn State University Michelle Arkin, University of California, San Francisco Jin Zhang, University of California, San Diego |
| Lipids in health and disease | Harini Sampath, Rutgers University Hongyuan (Rob) Yang, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston |
| Quantitative metabolism in health and disease | Charles Burant, University of Michigan Gary J. Patti, Washington University in St. Louis T芒nia Reis, University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus |
| Nucleic acid transactions | Greg Lohman, New England Biolabs Luisa Cochella, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Mario Halic, St. Jude's Children’s Research Hospital |
| ASBMB Journals | Isabel Casas, ASBMB |
| Education and professional development | Shyretha Brown, Building Bridges Inc. Basudeb Bhattacharyya, University of Wisconsin–La Crosse Jenna Roecklein–Canfield, Simmons University |
| Maximizing access | Alberto Rascon, Arizona State University Oluwarotimi (Timi) Folorunso, McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School Allison Augustus–Wallace, LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans |
Keynotes
These high-profile award-winning speakers will cover impactful research and education and diversity initiatives.
Spotlight talks
Spotlight talks are chosen from volunteered abstracts and present the freshest findings and trends. Selected spotlight talks are scheduled for presentation within a symposium session and consist of a 7-minute talk and 3-minute Q&A.
Lightning talks
Lightning talks are chosen from volunteered abstracts and present the freshest findings and trends. Lightning talks consist of a 3-minute talk during a symposium session, as well as a poster presentation.
Poster sessions
Poster presentations are chosen from volunteered abstracts and given in the exhibit hall. Poster sessions provide a forum for scientists of all career stages to present their latest research. All poster presenters enjoy live Q&As with attendees.
Mini-symposia
Mini-symposia bring together presenters and participants for in-depth discussions around timely and impactful scientific topics.
Mini-symposium proposals are now being accepted. Learn more
Workshops
Designed and presented by scientists and science educators, workshops at the ASBMB annual meeting complement the meeting's scientific sessions with opportunities to learn and collaborate on topics related to technical skills, new technology, education or professional development.
Workshop proposals are now being accepted. Learn more
The Hub
The Hub in the exhibit hall will have a variety of career-related talks and tech talks organized by exhibitors for attendees, including career coaching and networking.
One-on-one mentoring
One-on-one mentoring provides participants the opportunity to obtain mentoring advice on a variety of career related topics. Appointments can be scheduled onsite at the meeting.
If you are interested in participating as a mentor at the 2026 ASBMB Annual Meeting, you may indicate your interest during the abstract-submission process or during registration. Selection will be based on eligibility and programming needs.
Exhibition
See the latest products and services for the BMB community and talk to company representatives in the exhibit hall.
If you are interested in participating as an exhibitor or sponsor at the 2026 ASBMB Annual Meeting, please let us know.