Welcome to the ASM Global Research Symposium Microbes on Human Health, hosted in partnership with Tsinghua University. This first-of-its-kind meeting is bringing scientists from around the world together to share knowledge about how microbes can shape the future of human health. The meeting will be held in person at the Tsinghua University Campus in Beijing. Attendance is free, but space is limited!

Important Dates

• Registration open now.
• Registration closes-Sept. 6, 2024.
• Conference Dates-Sept. 25-27, 2024.

Scientific Program coming soon!

Microbial disease is a global public health threat that affects every human around the world and will remain a public health threat with local and global consequences until all countries are empowered to establish reliable and sustainable interventions.

This symposium will present groundbreaking research focused on human health and disease, host-pathogen interactions and therapeutic interventions, and will connect leading global researchers as they share their discoveries and discuss solutions to humanity’s most pressing global health challenges.

The ASM Global Research Symposium demonstrates ASM’s commitment to convene global leaders across disciplines and give them resources and a platform to solve pressing global health challenges. ASM is a generative, science-centric nonprofit, whose mission and vision are connected to the world around us. We recognize that we must work together to build reliable and sustainable interventions that can make a meaningful impact in the world.

Tsinghua University, located in Beijing, China, is one of the most prestigious and influential universities in the world. It was established in 1911 and has since been renowned for its academic excellence, innovative research and commitment to cultivating future leaders. Tsinghua is consistently ranked among the top universities globally and is recognized for its strong emphasis on science, engineering and technology.

The School of Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) at Tsinghua University is one of the leading institutions for medical education and research in China. The school is dedicated to training outstanding medical professionals in various fields of basic medical sciences, including infectious diseases, immunology, cancer biology, neurodegenerative disease and molecular biology, conducting cutting-edge research in biomedical sciences and contributing to advancements in global health. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and state-of-the-art facilities, BMS continues to make significant contributions to the advancement of medical science and healthcare worldwide.