Scientific Program
Keynote
Monday, July 14, 2025
Charles Rice
The Rockefeller University
"A cure for Hepatitis C: Now what?"
Susana López-Charretón
Universidad Nacional Autónonma de México
"+I5:I23+I5:I25Mastering the host: Rotavirus manipulation of the translation machinery"
Benhur Lee
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
"From Cells to Spillover: Unraveling the Tropism and Pathogenesis of Paramyxoviruses”
Washington State University
Anthony Nicola
"Endosomal entry of herpes simplex virus"
John Purdy
University of Arizona
"Tales of Tails: Metabolic Dynamics following Human Cytomegalovirus Infection"
Rushika Perera
Colorado State University
"The missing link: How metabolism can inform on new approaches to combat viral infection and transmission"
Joseph Hyser
Baylor College of Medicine
"Viroporin Calcium Signaling: Making Waves in the Host/Virus Arms Race"
Patrick Dolan
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
“Innovation and Constraint in RNA Virus Evolution”
Akira Ono
University of Michigan
"HIV-1 Assembly at the Plasma Membrane: What’s in the Envelope can Change Your Fate"
Ilhem Messaoudi Powers
University of Kentucky
“Mapping the Transcriptional Responses to VSV-Vectored vaccines against Filovirus disease"
Shan-Lu Liu
The Ohio State University
"Cell-to-Cell Transmission by Viruses: Mechanisms of Action and Modulation by Host Factors"
Helen Lazear
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
"Pathogenic mechanisms of emerging flaviviruses"
Daisy Leung
Washington University
"Viral immune antagonism of host nuclear functions"
Joseph Bondy-Denomy
University of California, San Francisco
"Elaborate mechanisms for immune nuclease avoidance by a bacteriophage"
Sir David Baulcombe
University of Cambridge
"Small RNA and antiviral defense systems"
Chen Liang
McGill University
"Host restriction of viral infections"
Tiffany Reese
The University of Texas Southwestern
"Mechanisms of norovirus-induced cell death and egress"
Ting-Ting Wu
University of California Los Angeles
"Unlocking an ancient immune defense: mobilizing complement for KSHV vaccine design"
State-of-the-Art Lectures
Oliver Fregoso
University of California Santa Cruz
"Engagement of primate lentiviruses with the host DNA damage response"
Tessa Burch Smith
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center
“Plant virus infection "in sights"
Pauline Scanlan
University College Cork
"Vive la résistance: spontaneous prophage induction phenotypes and ecological dynamics help explain patterns of bacteriophage-bacteria interactions in the human gut microbiome"
Erik Karlsson
Institut Pasteur du Cambodge
“Cambodia emerging viruses, robotic sampling, ecology”
Mehul Suthar
Emory University
"Location, Location, Location: Why "where" matters for immunity to viruses"
Tijana Ivanovic
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
"Universal Influenza A Virus Biology Uncovered from Single-Virion Variation"
Satellite Symposia
CSV Satellite: Emerging Zoonoses and Priority Pathogens
ORGANIZERS:
Selena M. Sagan, The University of British Columbia
Kanta Subbarao, Université Laval and University of Melbourne
Emerging infectious diseases, public health emergencies of international concern, epidemics, and pandemics are predominantly zoonotic in origin, with over 70% originating from a wildlife source. While high-throughput sequencing enabled the rapid identification of a novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) as the causative agent of COVID-19, the lack of outbreak mitigation expertise, infrastructure, surveillance strategies, and overall pandemic readiness limited our preparedness and response. Despite this recent experience, we remain unprepared for future pandemics despite our awareness of the ongoing global spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), monkeypox, and African swine fever and regional outbreaks of Nipah virus, Dengue virus, and Chikungunya virus. The goal of our satellite symposium is to bring together virologists, immunologists, biologists, and disease ecologists for talks and discussions to identify gaps in One Health competencies and promote best practices in emerging zoonoses research. This will serve as a venue for knowledge exchange across fields and between nations, as well as an update on cutting-edge research on emerging and re-emerging viral pathogens.
SPEAKERS:
Mariana Baz, Université Laval
Marceline Côté, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Anice Lowen, Emory University
Ryan Noyce, University of Alberta
Nolwenn Jouvenet, University of Alberta
Kartik Chandran, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Plant Virology: Pioneering Research for a Healthier Future
ORGANIZER:
Anna Whitfield, North Carolina State University, Councilor For Plant Virology
A satellite symposium featuring key topics in plant virology spanning molecular mechanisms of gene expression to virus ecology and translational uses of plant viruses to improve human health.
SPEAKERS:
Gesa Hoffmann, Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology, Potsdam
Nicole Steinmetz, UC San Diego
Fanfang Li, State Key Laboratory for Biology of Plant Diseases and Insect Pests, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, China
Juliana Freitas-Astúa, Embrapa
Olufemi Alabi, Texas A&M University
Peter Moffett, Université de Sherbrooke
Trainee Workshop: Exploring the Intersection of Culture, Communication, And Mentorship in Science.
ORGANIZERS:
Roberto Miguel Alers-Velazquez, Dartmouth College, Councilor For Virology Trainees
Laura St. Clair, Johns Hopkins University, Councilor For Virology Trainees
This satellite symposium, designed as a trainee-only event, will allow trainees to reflect openly on their relationships within academia, focusing on communication challenges and cultural differences within academic settings. Participants will learn to discuss common barriers to effective communication and explore strategies for fostering better academic mentorship. Additionally, the symposium will address the impact of cultural differences and encourage trainees to express themselves authentically, reducing the need for code-switching. The goal is to empower trainees with practical tools and tactics to enhance their working relationships with advisors and create more inclusive and supportive academic environments.
SPEAKERS:
Beronda Montgomery, Grinnell College
Robert Fernandez, Cientifico Latino
Olivia Goldman, Cientifico Latino
Next Generation Virology: Technology and Conceptual Frontiers
ORGANIZER:
Benhur Lee, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Councilor For Medical Virology
Scientific progress is increasingly driven by technological advances and cross-disciplinary innovations. This forward-looking symposium steps away from traditional topic-specific formats to showcase innovative research pushing the boundaries of virology. This session brings together pioneers from diverse fields, including systems virology, machine learning, high-throughput antibody characterization, organoid systems, and synthetic biology. By featuring cutting-edge techniques and interdisciplinary approaches, the symposium aims to illuminate new pathways for understanding viral biology, host-pathogen interactions, and potential therapeutic interventions. Attendees will gain insights into how emerging technologies and novel conceptual frameworks are reshaping the landscape of virological research, promising to accelerate discoveries and open new avenues for combating viral diseases.
SPEAKERS:
Shira Weingarten-Gabbay, Harvard Medical School
Nicholas Wu, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Jesse Bloom, HHMI/University of Wash
Illeana Cristea, Princeton University
Lisa Wagar, UC Irvine
Special Events & Workshops
Virology Impact Resources & Opportunity
Monday, July 14th | 5:40 PM to 7:00 PM
Dinner Served
"Celebrating Virology across the Americas"
The VIRO (Virology Impact, Resources, and Opportunities) Committee proudly celebrates the broad and far-reaching contributions of virology across the Americas. This year, we shine a spotlight on international collaboration and scientific excellence by interviewing three renowned virologists:
SPEAKERS:
Hector Aguilar-Carreño (Cornell University, USA)
Susana López Charretón (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Mexico)
Miguel Quiñones-Mateu (Western University, Canada)
These exceptional scientists represent the strength and innovation emerging from across the Americas. Join us as they share their experiences in international research, global training paths, and collaborative approaches to today’s most pressing challenges in virology.
ORGANIZERS: Rushika Perera & Cara Pager; ASV VIRO Committee Co-Chairs
Career Development Workshop
Tuesday, July 15th | 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Lunch Served
Navigating changing regulations impacting virology training and research
SPEAKERS:
Robert Fernandez, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Científico Latino
Olivia Goldman, Co-Founder, Científico Latino
Rebecca Dutch, Professor and Vice Dean for Research, Univ. of Kentucky College of Medicine
Naomi Nishi, Associate Dean, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University
Amid recent changes in federal regulations and shifting public discourse, academic institutions are facing new challenges in how they promote fair access and opportunity, and protection from discrimination. In response, the ASV VIRO and Education and Career Development Committees are dedicating this year’s Career Development Workshop to an open forum that will provide members with resources, expert perspectives, and peer-informed strategies for sustaining efforts that support respectful and inclusive research and learning environments.
Panelists with expertise in institutional policy, anti-discrimination frameworks, and academic governance will offer guidance, answer questions, and help prepare a set of adaptable tools for members and their institutions. To ensure the conversation reflects current concerns, a brief survey will be circulated in advance to gather input from ASV members. The session will also include an open Q&A for additional dialogue.
Following the forum, the ASV VIRO committee will compile key takeaways and recommended resources to be shared broadly with members through the ASV website. This workshop reflects ASV’s continued commitment to supporting a professional environment where all individuals are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.
ORGANIZERS:
ASV Councilors for Virology Trainees: Roberto Alers-Velazquez and Laura St. Clair
ASV Education and Career Development: Susan D’Costa and Dave Kushner
ASV Virology Impact Resources & Opportunities (VIRO) Committee Chairs: Rushika Perera and Cara Pager
MODERATORS:
Laura St. Clair (current virology trainee councilor)
Pierce Longmire (incoming virology trainee councilor)
Assistant Professor Bootcamp
Wednesday, July 16th | 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Lunch Served
Navigating your role as an Assistant Professor can be exciting but also challenging and stressful. This workshop will include a panel of faculty members at various career stages from various academic settings to provide new or prospective Assistant Professors with advice and “pearls of wisdom” for success.
PANELISTS:
Matthew Frieman, Univ of Maryland School of Medicine
Maria Kalamvoki, Univ of Kansas Medical Center
Tuli Mukhopadhyay, Indiana Univ
Tracy Rosebrock, Stonehill College
ORGANIZERS: Geoff Holm and Emily Ledgerwood, Co-Chairs, Assistant Professor Bootcamp Subcommittee of the ASV Education & Career Development Committee; Dave Kushner and Susan D’Costa, ASV Education and Career Development Committee Co-Chairs
Careers Beyond Academia Workshops
Wednesday, July 16th | 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Dinner Served
SPEAKERS:
Jean-Simon Diallo, Founder and CEO, Virica Bio
- Finding the Silver Lining in the Dark Clouds of Academic Research
Tim Tellinghuisen, Head of Virology Discovery, F. Hoffmann-LaRoche Pharmaceuticals
- From Academia to Industry: Midlife Crisis and Mid-Career Moves
Varusha Pillay Veerapen, Research Associate, Aplantex
- Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Ph.D. Skills for Success in Industry
Sarah Viehbeck, Chief Scientific Officer, Public Health Agency of Canada
- Science as Service: What Science Leadership Means in the Government of Canada
This workshop will include presentations from speakers in various careers outside of academia, including pharmaceutical industry and government positions. If you are considering a career outside of academia, this workshop will provide key insight into various career options.
ORGANIZERS: Jon Snyder, Chair, Careers Beyond Academia Workshop subcommittee of the ASV Education & Career Development Committee; Dave Kushner and Susan D’Costa, ASV Education and Career Development Committee Co-Chairs
Education Workshop
Tuesday, July 15th | 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM
Dinner Served
Using the Virology Curriculum Guidelines and Learning Objectives to Enhance Your Teaching
SPEAKERS:
Lauren O’Donnell, School of Pharmacy, Duquesne University
Dave Kushner, Department of Biology, Dickinson College
Do you teach virology to students or trainees? Are you considering a career where teaching virology will be a part of your work? Join us to learn about the design and application of ASV’s new virology curriculum guidelines and learning objectives (see https://asv.org/curriculum-guidelines/), and find out how you can use them to develop or update your own course and best help your students.
ORGANIZERS: Dave Kushner and Susan D’Costa, ASV Education and Career Development Committee Co-Chairs
Lunch Discussion Tables
Wednesday, July 16th | 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Lunch Served
The ASV Education and Career Development Committee offers lunch roundtables to trainees to meet with ASV speakers and members to network and discuss topics that relate to their education or career. Trainees have chosen from topics including Stress Management, Work/life balance, or Careers in Industry or Teaching, and they have been paired with a mentor and a small group of trainees to meet and chat during lunch. This is a great opportunity to network, and lunch will be served. Preregistration required - emails will be sent out.
ORGANIZERS: Sarah McDonald Esstman, Chair, Lunch Discussion Tables Subcommittee of the ASV Education & Career Development Committee; Dave Kushner and Susan D’Costa, ASV Education and Career Development Committee Co-Chairs
Communication Workshop
Wednesday, July 15th | 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Dinner served
Communicating Science with Art
SPEAKER:
Tracy Debenport, Microbiologist & Science Photographer
Art is a great way to inspire curiosity and engage individuals of all ages with science! From digital media to hands-on crafts, art plays an important role in storytelling and in creating science-based narratives. It improves our connection to and understanding of information and research. This workshop will include a presentation focused on the use of art in science communication followed by an agar art activity (painting with microbes to create living art!) to demonstrate how we can use art to engage with and learn about microbes!
Tracy Debenport is a microbiologist and award-winning photomicrographer who is passionate about highlighting the beauty and importance of microbes through visual art. Her research experience includes enhancing therapeutic proteins through glycoengineering, understanding the ecological role of the fungal plant pathogen Aspergillus flavus and aflatoxin production, leveraging plant microbiomes to discover beneficial microbes for agricultural application, and exploring the ability of microbes to solve waste challenges. (Or if the specifics are too lengthy, it could just be ‘Her research areas include medicine, plant pathology, agriculture, and waste management’)
ORGANIZERS: Kari Debbink and Bryan Mounce, ASV Communications Committee Co-Chairs
TWiV - This Week in Virology Podcast
Thursday, July 17th | 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM
Lunch Served
This Week in Virology (TWiV): Live Podcast at ASV 2025
HOSTS:
Charles Rice, The Rockefeller University
Katherine Spindler, University of Michigan
Vincent Racaniello, Columbia University
This Week in Virology (TWiV) comes to the American Society for Virology 44th annual meeting! Join the TWiV hosts for a live episode of this popular podcast about viruses. If you’ve never heard of TWiV, you can find it at iTunes or at http://www.microbe.tv/twiv.
Schedule at a Glance
Please Be Advised: The ASV 2025 Annual Meeting program schedule has changed. The ASV annual meeting will now last four days (Monday-Thursday).
*Banquet Dinner: Not included with general registration; an additional fee applies.
All event times are in the Eastern Time Zone (GMT-4) Times are subject to change.
Concurrent Workshop Schedule
*coming soon*