SETAC North America 46th Annual Meeting
The Essence of Science: Curiosity, Discovery and Solutions
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Registration opens on 9 July.
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Important Dates
- 20 November: Session proposal submission opens
- 20 November: Professional training course proposals open
- 19 February: Session proposal submission deadline (17:00 PT)
- 26 March: SETAC North America grants open
- 26 March: Abstract submission opens
- 5 May: Parallel event proposal deadline
- 4 June: Training course proposal deadline (17:00 PT)
- 4 June: Abstract submission deadline (free) (17:00 PT)
- 4 June: SETAC North America grants deadline
- 11 June: Abstract submission deadline ($50 fee) (17:00 PT)
- 9 July: Registration and housing opens
- 9 July: Late-breaking science poster abstract submission opens ($50 fee)
- 20 August: Early bird registration and reduced fee exhibitor deadline
- 20 August: Late-breaking science poster abstract submission deadline (17:00 PT)
- 17 September: Standard registration deadline (17:00 PT)
- 17 September: Deadline for chairs, presenters and panelists to register, cancel registration or switch registration from in-person to virtual with refund
- 16 October: Housing deadline
- 10 November: Poster or virtual presentations uploaded (17:00 PT)
Scientific Program
Sessions
The meeting program will accommodate many session formats conducted as platform and poster sessions as well as virtual only sessions. Accepted presentation types include in-person platforms, in-person posters as well as virtual presentations for those who aren’t presenting on-site. In addition to on-site networking, all presenters can take advantage of asynchronous interaction with all meeting participants online.
In-person poster presenters are required to upload a virtual poster (PDF) for on-demand viewing. Platform sessions are in-person only and include a series of curated presentations as well as time for lively discussions. Platform sessions will be recorded for virtual accessibility.
Traditional Platform Sessions
Traditional platform sessions will occur as 120-minute blocks that can include six 12-minute talks, followed by 3 minutes for Q&A, and 5 minutes for transition. Some traditional sessions may reserve the last slot for a moderated conversation based on relevant discussion points to allow for an overarching dialogue about the topic. In that case, chairs must submit an abstract for the discussion slot with high-level discussion points.
Special Sessions
Special sessions are organized in collaboration with the program committee and SETAC office. Their format can vary significantly and include topical discussions, debates and tool demos. Session chairs are expected to secure a balanced speaker roster and correspond with presenters, liaising between them and SETAC to ensure a high-quality session.
Plenaries
The meeting will include thought-provoking and informative plenary presentations, who are carefully planned by the program committee and SETAC office, which will be recorded for online viewing afterwards.
Parallel Program
The parallel program includes seminars, mini-workshops, networking mixers, tours, administrative meetings and other events meant to complement the annual meeting. Popular parallel events include the “SETAC Student Noontime Seminar” and the “SETAC Fun Run.”
Mini-workshops*
Mini-workshops help participants develop their soft career skills and are planned for the day before the meeting. They are planned by SETAC committees and groups, and topics may include science communication, interviewing skills, resume writing, project management, etc. They are proposed by the end of the first half of the calendar year to allow sufficient time for planning.
Seminars*
These are semi-formal events where SETAC sponsors, committees and groups plan for a guest speaker to address attendees. The “SETAC Student Noontime Seminar” and “Women in SETAC” have been popular for years. They are proposed by the end of the first half of the calendar year to allow sufficient time for planning.
Administrative Business Meetings
SETAC supports its members (e.g., regional chapters, committees, and interest and affinity groups) and hosts some organizations (e.g., UNEP) by allowing them to book rooms at the venue for administrative meetings for SETAC business or otherwise. Business meeting requests will be collected later this year.
*Requests due early to accommodate additional planning requirements
Session Submission
Session submission is now open.
Submit a session proposal by 17:00 PST on 19 February.
Training Course Proposals
Professional training course submission is now open.
Submit a professional training course proposal by 17:00 PST on 4 June.
Daily Schedule
Sunday 16 November, 2025
- 7:30–20:30 Badge Pick-up and Registration
- 8:30–17:30 Professional Training Courses
- 12:00–18:00 Speaker Ready Room Open
- 18:00–18:30 Opening Ceremony
- 18:30–21:00 Welcome Reception
Monday - Wednesday 17 - 19 November, 2025
- 7:30–17:30 Badge Pick-up and Registration
- 7:30–17:30 Speaker Ready Room Open
- 8:00–10:00 Exhibits and Refreshments
- 8:30–9:15 Daily Plenary
- 9:15–10:00 Posters, Exhibits and Refreshments
- 10:00–12:00 Morning Platform Sessions
- 12:00–13:30 Lunch (on your own)
- 13:30–15:30 Afternoon Platform Sessions
- 15:30–17:30 Posters, Exhibits and Refreshments
Thursday 20 November, 2025
- 7:30–15:30 Badge Pick-up and Registration
- 7:30–13:30 Speaker Ready Room Open
- 8:00–10:00 Posters and Refreshments
- 10:00–12:00 Morning Platform Sessions
- 12:00–13:30 Lunch (on your own)
- 13:30–15:30 Afternoon Platform Sessions
- 15:30–16:30 Closing Remarks
General Info
Venue and Vicinity
Oregon Convention Center
As a premier event venue in the Pacific Northwest, the Oregon Convention Center (OCC) provides outstanding experiences by embracing the local flavor and innovative approaches.
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Portland, OR 97232
503-235-7575
www.oregoncc.org/en
Geting Around
- For getting to and from the Portland International Airport, please visit the transportation options on their website.
- For getting around town, Portland is served by many excellent taxi, shuttle, car rental and on-street carsharing and ridesharing services. Please search online for your preferred option.
Public Transportation Options from OCC
- Portland’s TriMet MAX light rail stops 300 times a day at the OCC front door, connecting riders to downtown, surrounding neighborhoods, the Oregon Zoo and Portland International Airport.
- Portland Streetcar’s Central Loop stops at the OCC MLK Lobby entrance every 15 minutes.
- TriMet’s Bus Line No. 6 also stops at the OCC MLK Lobby entrance and provides access to downtown stops and outlying areas.
