The ATS International Conference Committee (ICC) is seeking individuals interested in serving as Facilitators for Thematic Poster Sessions and Moderators for Poster Discussion Sessions and RAPiD Poster Discussion Session at the 2025 ATS International Conference in San Francisco.

Please complete the survey to submit your interest or nominate a colleague to serve as a facilitator or moderator.

Deadline: Nov. 15, 2024

If you are selected, you will be contacted by the ICC Program Committee Chair.

Below is the description and guidelines for the session types:

• Moderator, Poster Discussion Session
• Moderator, RAPiD Poster Discussion Session
• Facilitator, Thematic Poster Session

Please note:

• ATS seeks input from junior and senior members of the respiratory healthcare community. However, facilitators and moderators should have expertise in their respective fields. They should be able to contribute significantly and effectively while engaging with attendees.
• A balanced and diverse representation of faculty that is reflective of our ATS membership ensures a broad range of perspectives are heard during the conference sessions.
  
  The International Conference Committee is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels within the conference program, across race, ethnicity, age, geography, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ability, economic status, career stage (early, mid, senior), and other diverse backgrounds.
  
  Fostering a more inclusive environment enriches the conference experience for all attendees.
• ATS does not offer any financial support for facilitators/moderators to attend the ATS Conference. If selected, facilitators/moderators are responsible for their travel, accommodation, and registration expenses to participate in the conference.

For questions, please contact the American Thoracic Society at abstracts@thoracic.org.