The ATS International Conference is where science and health care intersect. It’s our aim to provide you with abundant opportunities to connect and engage with colleagues on the latest research and scientific breakthroughs, and best practices in patient care. We’re planning a number of special events and learning opportunities beyond the conference program, including:
Assembly Events
ATS-APCCMD-PEPTDA Forum
ATS Center
BEAR Cage
Diversity Forum
International Poster Sessions
Industry Programs
International Poster Sessions
Industry Programs
International Participants Center
Networking Exchange for Early Career Professionals
Networking Super Center & Learning Studio
The Learning Studio in the Networking Super Center provides specialized programming where you can participate in studio talks, panel discussions and networking opportunities at the annual conference. The Networking Super Center is open to all ATS conference attendees.
Opening Ceremony
The ATS is thrilled to kick off the 2025 International Conference with an inspiring Opening Ceremony on Saturday, May 17, in San Francisco, featuring keynote speaker Kimberly D. Manning, MD, MACP, a trailblazing physician, educator, and storyteller whose impact resonates far beyond medicine.
Plenary Session
This cornerstone event embodies the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care, uniting the global respiratory community to spotlight the stories shaping the future of respiratory medicine. This year, we are honored to welcome Len Geiger, a dynamic advocate, speaker, and double lung transplant recipient, as our speaker.
Reception for PhDs and Other Basic Science Researchers
Research Program Benefit
Come together as a Society and support the ATS Research Program! The Benefit will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the San Francicso Marriott Marquis. Each ticket includes a tax-deductible donation to the ATS Research Program.
Respiratory Health Awards
Women's Forum
While the ATS International Conference does not have “social” events, it does offer a number of networking opportunities where attendees can discuss the science presented at the meeting or their own work. Many of these events require a separate ticket. Click on the title of each event to learn more.
