Microbial and Host Mechanisms Regulating Infection and Outcomes

The Biology of Acute Respiratory Infection GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes a diverse range of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

The conference covers pneumonia caused by any organism (bacteria, viral, fungal, parasitic) and focuses on both basic research as well as translational research. The meeting is purposefully small and designed to maximize discussion and synthesis, not just didactic delivery of information. It is also an important venue for trainees to speak with leading experts in a relaxed forum focused on science. The Power Hour is a dedicated hour of discussion related to diversity and inclusion in science and also focuses on career development. Dr. Christina Lopez (Washington University will be the associated GRS keynote speaker and a facilitator for the Power Hour at the GRC. We hope you will find this program which was influenced by crowd sourcing ideas from past GRC-BARI participants to be exciting and informative.