Pre-conference symposia and opening session will be on Sunday, July 19 along with the opening reception. Scientific and poster sessions will begin on Monday, July 20. 

Pre-Symposium At-A-Glance

Kick off the meeting with focused, high-impact professional development designed to strengthen your skills, expand your expertise, and grow your network.

✍️ Writing Workshop

Hosted by the American Society of Animal Science

An interactive workshop led by current and former journal editors covering:

• Manuscript preparation

• Journal selection strategies

• Navigating peer review

• Becoming an effective reviewer

Designed for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and early-career faculty.

Limited to 40 participants.

🧬 Genomics for Animal Sciences – Summer Workshop

Participants select one of three specialized tracks:

Track 1: Introductory Genetics/Genomics (Foundations)
Core concepts, terminology, genomic data types, and essential workflows.

• Dr. Fiona McCarthy – University of Arizona

• Dr. Wellison Diniz – Auburn University

Track 2: Advanced Functional Genomics
Transcriptomics, gene regulation, and multi-omics integration.

• Dr. James Koltes – Iowa State University

Track 3: Advanced Quantitative Genomics
GWAS, genomic prediction, and applications in breeding and complex traits.

• Dr. Nanye Long - Michigan State University

• Dr Molly McCue- University of Minnesota

• Dr. Wen Huang - Michigan State University

🎓 Travel Awards Available for Genomics Workshop Participants Only
Apply here: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/2009475862

🧮 ASAS–NANP Symposium

Mathematical Modeling in Nutrition

Sponsored by the National Animal Nutrition Program

Exploring data-driven modeling approaches transforming modern animal nutrition and precision decision-making.

Speakers:

• Bill Wisotsky – SAS

• Haipeng Yu – University of Florida

• Ziteng Xu – Texas A&M University

• Joao Reboucas Dorea – University of Wisconsin–Madison

• Reid – Celium Group

NETWORKING EVENTS FOR 2026

Opening Reception

Posters & Coffee | Monday & Tuesday mornings

Afternoon Break with Posters, Exhibits, and Snacks — Monday and Tuesday

Wednesday Morning – Coffee with Exhibitors

✨ New for 2026! ✨
Join us in Madison for the first-ever ASAS/CSAS Gala Dinner! A fun, social evening to connect with colleagues and celebrate our community.
🎟 Add your ticket during registration — space is limited!

ASAS Awards Ceremony and Celebration

ASAS Business Meeting

CSAS AGM

CSAS Awards Banquet

Student Activities:

Student Breakfast & Learn

Student Mixer