ATS Methods in Epidemiologic, Clinical and Operations Research (MECOR)
“Improving global lung health through development of local, country and regional lung disease research capacity”
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| Dates | Sept. 21-25, 2026 |
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| Time | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Location | Sanur, Bali, Indonesia |
| Application Dates | Feb. 4 - April 13, 2026 |
| Application | Click here to apply |
| MECOR Faculty | MECOR Director: Samya Nars MECOR Indonesia Country Leader: Erlina Burhan MECOR Philippines Country Leader: Ralph Villalobos ATS Senior Manager, Global Health: Daniel Cwirka |
Launched in 2023, the ATS MECOR Program in Southeast Asia is a dynamic initiative designed to strengthen research capacity in this diverse and rapidly developing region. Held in collaboration with the Indonesian Society of Respiratory (PDPI) in 2023, and in 2024 with the Philippine College of Chest Physicians (PCCP), the program emphasizes local and regional solutions to respiratory health challenges.
In 2025 the program’s third edition took place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in Sept. 15-19, 2025, building on the success of its two previous editions. Participants engaged in interactive learning experiences and developed research projects with the potential to impact policy and clinical practice in their countries. The 2026 edition of MECOR Southeast Asia will take place in Bali, Indonesia from Sept. 21 - 25.
Highlights
- Collaborative Efforts: Partnerships with regional thoracic societies enhance the program’s relevance and reach.
- Diverse Participation: Attendees from multiple Southeast Asian countries share perspectives and approaches, fostering regional unity in addressing respiratory health challenges.
- Real-World Applications: Training focuses on actionable research, from protocol development to data dissemination.