ABRCMS Proudly Welcomes and Supports All Communities in Empowering Leaders of Tomorrow's Scientific Workforce

ABRCMS is the American Society for Microbiology's (ASM) conference in support of multidisciplinary science and workforce development. At ABRCMS, scientists from all communities come together to share research positioned to meet today’s challenges and shape tomorrow’s future. That shared purpose depends on emerging scientists from every background showing up with passion and purpose. That's why we are proud to foster a welcoming, supportive community that empowers innovation for all.

There’s a place for everyone at ABRCMS 2025, because science moves forward when every perspective is heard.

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Each year, hundreds of institutions, organizations, and more join us on the exhibit floor to share opportunities in research, education, and careers. Don’t miss your chance to engage with some of the brightest students in STEM.

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We need your urgent support to fund student travel awards. The $25,000 raised would cover 12 full travel awards or 40+ partial awards. Donate before the end of the year to help us reach our goal!

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ABRCMS: Where Academic Excellence Meets Career and Workforce Opportunity for Every Scientist

ABRCMS is the American Society for Microbiology's (ASM) conference in support of multidisciplinary science and workforce development. For over 20 years, ABRCMS – recipient of the 2019 AIMBE Excellence in STEM Education Award – has been the premier multidisciplinary scientific conference for supporting all communities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, including those historically excluded in these fields. ABRCMS focuses on academic excellence, career and workforce development for scientists of all career stages, including community college, undergraduate and postbaccalaureate students. As ABRCMS has continued to grow and evolve, it has also become a space for graduate students, postdocs, faculty, program administrators and more.

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