The asm2012 covers fundamental microbial cell biology, genetics and physiology, environmental and applied microbiology and microbial ecology, pathogenesis and clinical microbiology and infectious diseases. The meeting showcases the central role of microbes in the biosphere by reporting today’s best science in the diverse areas influenced by microbes. The breadth of this meeting provides participants opportunities for immersion in fields of specialization as well as forays into different disciplines.
Upon completion of asm2012 attendees should be able to:
- Use new new technologies, new practices, and developments in clinical microbiology to improve their clinical practice and patient outcomes;
- Recognize and interpret critical information regarding physiology, genetics, and cell biology of microbes;
- Discuss key updates in the areas of microbial pathogenesis, environmental microbiology and applied microbiology; and
- Synthesize new data on the roles of microbes in health and disease, and aspects of host immunity to infectious diseases.
Intended Audience
The asm2012 is designed to meet the needs of professionals in the field of microbiology, particularly clinical microbiologists, pathologists, researchers, pharmacists, physicians, and other health care professionals. Current trends will be covered regarding:
| Microbiology (General, Clinical, and Medical) | Mycoplasmology | Genetics and Molecular Biology |
| Medical Mycology | Animal Health Microbiology | Cell and Structural Biology |
| Nosocomial Infections | Microbial Ecology | Microbial Physiology and Metabolism |
| Mycobacteriology | Fermentation and Biotechnology | Bacteriophage |
| Public Health | Food Microbiology | Parasitology |
| Antimicrobial Chemotherapy | Environmental and General Applied Microbiology | Virology |
| Microbial Pathogenesis | Evolutionary and Genomic Microbiology | Molecular, Cellular and General Biology of Eukaryotes |
| Immunology (Clinical and Diagnostic) | Microbiology Education | Free-Living, Symbiotic, and Parasitic Protists |
Education Disclaimer
The primary purpose of the sessions at asm2012 is education. Information presented, as well as publications, technologies, products, and/or services discussed, are intended to inform you about the knowledge, techniques, and experiences of professionals who are willing to share such information with colleagues. A diversity of professional opinions exists and the views of the faculty are offered solely for educational purposes. Faculty's views neither represent those of ASM nor constitute endorsement by the association. ASM disclaims any and all liabilities for damages to any individual attending asm2012 and for all claims which may result from the use of this information, publications, technologies, products, and/or services at asm2012.
Disclosures
NEW THIS YEAR! asm2012 will only offer PACE (Professional Acknowledgment for Continuing Education) credits in which a disclosure is not required nor will be collected.
