ASV meetings are among the largest and most important virology conferences in the world. These meetings provide a forum to promote discussion and collaboration among scientists active in all aspects of virology, from basic research to vaccines and antiviral therapeutics. The meeting attracts 1400-1800 national and international scientists for a program crafted from over 1000 participant-submitted abstracts, 17 invited symposium speakers, and 6 distinctive State-of-the-Art speakers. Prior to the official start of the 2026 meeting, on July 27th, we will hold 4 special-topic satellite meetings that day, covering animal virology, prokaryotic virology, research experiences in industry, and evolution and ecology.

There are additional special events on techniques for classroom teaching, networking for new faculty, communications, and business concerns of the Society. Professional education workshops held at the ASV meetings provide a distinct focus on the career development needs of junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students, many of whom attend the meeting to network in search of academic, government, or corporate positions.