Events

Joint ATS/ERS webinar, AI-Enabled Sleep Medicine: Clinical Application in Pediatric and Adult OSA. Will focus on how AI can augment (not replace) clinical expertise while improving access, standardization, and diagnostic precision.

A panel will discuss longitudinal assessment of procedural competency in pulmonary and critical care fellowship training

Discussion of recent article "Piezo1 mediates stretch-induced Wnt/β-catenin signaling and extracellular matrix remodeling in aging asthmatic airway smooth muscle" by first author Niyati Borkar, PhD followed by clinical perspectives with Matthew Drake, MD.

This live webinar will feature Geoffrey Maksym, PhD, of Dalhousie University, recipient of the 2026 Joseph R. Rodarte Award for Scientific Distinction. Jeffrey Fredberg, PhD, will deliver introductory remarks highlighting Dr. Rodarte’s lasting contributions to respiratory medicine. The webinar will be moderated by Alane Blythe C. Dy, PhD, MSP, The University of Arizona and Abhilash Kizhakke Puliyakote, MS, PhD, University of Iowa.

Join the American Thoracic Society for a discussion on career pathways from academia to industry and developing collaborative partnerships. Panelists will share insights into their professional transitions, the skills needed to succeed in industry-facing roles, and strategies for building effective academic–industry partnerships. Attendees will gain practical perspectives on fostering collaboration, advancing research translation, and creating opportunities for innovation through technology transfer.

Scientists, PhD and MD prepared, with ATS leadership experience will share rapid-fire perspectives on their roles within the Society and practical ways early-career investigators can get involved in ATS activities and leadership pathways.

NHLBI & NIA Program Officers will highlight funding and career development opportunities and share practical guidance on how investigators can engage with NHLBI and NIA during the grant submission process.