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Join us in San Diego, CA for the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress
The place to be is San Diego, CA, USA, February 28 - March 3, for the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress as we explore the critical intersection of climate change and allergic diseases and explore their profound global implications on health. You will learn from, and connect with, renowned experts from across the globe, discover cutting-edge research and make connections that will last a lifetime. Together, we'll turn ideas into action, connect with purpose and create lasting impact.
It all kicks off Thursday evening, February 27, with an energizing Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception that will set the stage for a truly one-of-a-kind event. You won’t want to miss it!
Download the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress App
The AAAAI has a new app that will improve your meeting experience. The new app allows you to locate session handouts, abstracts and evaluations, research speakers, build your schedule and so much more.
Discovery
Discovery 2025: Mechanisms of Type 2 Inflammation in Disease and Beyond, is the second annual three-day conference that specifically features cutting-edge basic science research. Discovery runs alongside the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress, which will take place in San Diego, CA, USA, from February 28 to March 3, 2025. The program will feature cutting-edge basic science symposia focused on type 2 immune cells, pathways and diseases from leading investigators. In addition, the meeting will include ample opportunities to network and to showcase the work of junior investigators through selected short talks, poster sessions and travel grants.
We Look Forward To Seeing You in San Diego!
AAAAI President Paul Williams, MD, FAAAAI, and WAO President-Elect Mario Morais-Almeida, MD are excited to welcome you to the beautiful city of San Diego, CA, USA for the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress. See what they have in store for you! © American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Preview the 2025 Plenary Sessions
Friday’s Presidential Plenary: Environmental Influences on the Microbiome: Impact on Allergic Diseases, featuring AAAAI President Paul V. Williams, MD, FAAAAI, Kari C. Nadeau, MD, PhD, Mario A. Morais-Almeida, MD, Nikolaos Papadopoulos, MD, and Ian A. Myles, MD, MPH.
Saturday’s Plenary: How to Adapt the Practice of Allergy and Immunology to Climate Change, featuring Anjeni Keswani, MD, FAAAAI, Andrew C. Rorie, MD, FAAAAI, Cezmi A. Akdis, MD, FAAAAI, Mahboobeh Mahdavinia, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, and Tolly E. Epstein, MD, MS, FAAAAI.
Sunday’s Plenary: Ending Respiratory Viral Infections: The Quest for Vaccines, featuring James E. Gern, MD, FAAAAI, Alyson Kelvin, Bali Pulendran, PhD, and Mereditch McMorrow.
Monday’s Plenary: Changes to Asthma Management in an Ever-Changing World, featuring Sharmilee M. Nyenhuis, MD, FAAAAI, Adnan Custovic, MD, PhD, FAAAAI, Alan P. Baptist, MD, MPH, FAAAAI, and Juan C. Celedon, MD, FAAAAI.
Please note: Sessions from the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress will not be live streamed. Recordings will be available for paid registrants a few weeks after the meeting concludes.
Announcing the 2025 Keynote Speaker, Lewis H. Ziska, PhD, Discussing the Effects of Climate Change on Plant Biology
Saturday, March 1, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm PST
Convention Center, Ground Level, Hall A
Lewis H. Ziska, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Health Sciences at the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University.
He has worked extensively on documenting the impact of climate change and rising carbon dioxide levels on human health through a botanical lens, including allergies, nutrition, plant-based medicine and pesticide exposure. Dr. Ziska was a contributor to the 1995, 2001, 2007, 2014 and 2022 International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports and to the 2014 and 2018 National Climate Assessment (NCA). He also helped lead the 2016 special NCA report on climate and health; The Impacts of Climate Change on Human Health in the United States: A Scientific Assessment.
Don’t Miss Highly Interactive Educational Sessions
Take advantage of the many interactive educational sessions offered at the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress by attending a workshop! All workshops include one or more interactive components, such as hands-on skill activities, small group discussions, audience response technology and more.
Learn About Innovative Research in the Field
The 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress will feature groundbreaking research presentations from revered experts and talented junior investigators from around the world.
Make sure to take the time to visit the Poster Hall during the Poster Sessions, when abstract authors will be available to discuss their work and answer questions. Friday’s Poster Session will be from 2:45 to 3:45 pm, while Saturday and Sunday’s sessions will be from 9:45 to 10:45 am.
Attend Transformative Education Sessions and Explore Innovative Research
Stay at the forefront of allergy/immunology advancements through this one-of-a-kind transformative education program. Join us for diverse educational opportunities that highlight the latest innovations in allergy/immunology, from clinical practice updates to research methodologies. There’s something for everyone at the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress!
Network with Global Experts Between Sessions and at Special Events
Connect with a global community of experts and peers at any number of special events planned throughout the 2025 AAAAI / WAO Joint Congress! The fun kicks off with an energizing Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception that will set the stage for this truly one-of-a-kind event. You’ll have the chance to reconnect with colleagues and make new global connections. You’ll build meaningful networks and treasured friendships. There’s also plenty of time to network between educational sessions, in the Poster Hall or at one of the AAAAI Foundation’s popular social events! Stay tuned for more information.
AAAAI Foundation Events
Join us in celebrating and supporting research by attending the AAAAI Foundation events in San Diego, CA, USA. The Annual Benefit will be held on Saturday, March 1 and the 13th Annual AAAAI Foundation Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, March 2.
On Saturday, March 1, we will be hosting the AAAAI Foundation Benefit at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. This is a premiere social event of the Joint Congress. Join us for an evening of fine dining, music and the presentation of our 2025 Faculty Development Awards.
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You do not want to miss the 13th Annual AAAAI Foundation Run/Walk on Sunday, March 2, taking place on the Mission Beach Boardwalk just outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Join us as the sun sets to raise money for allergy, asthma and immunology research. Not a runner? No problem! Participants may choose to run the competitive 5K route or walk a shorter route at their own pace.
Learn MoreCome see us in person at the AAAAI Foundation booth in the San Diego Convention Center, Ground Level, Hall A Concourse. Learn about this year’s Foundation events, awards and ways to support allergy/immunology.
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