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Pre-Summit Events

Pre-Summit events will be held in Long Beach, California, on Thursday, April 4, 2024, and are included in the cost of American Physiology Summit registration, unless otherwise noted below. The Summit officially kicks off with a keynote talk by Nobel Laureate Brian Kobilka, MD, on Thursday, April 4, at 4:15 p.m. at the Terrace Theater at the Long Beach Convention Center. Kobilka’s talk is followed by a welcome festival for all registrants on the beautiful Terrace Plaza.

All times listed below are PDT.

The Microcirculatory Society Sessions

April 4, 2024
8 a.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Grand Ballroom 1

See the schedule of events.

Canadian Physiological Society Pre-conference

April 4, 2024
8 a.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 104BC

The Epithelial Transport Group Pre-conference

April 4, 2024
8 a.m. PDT
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 102

11th Annual Physiological Omics Pre-conference

April 4, 2024
11:30 a.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 104A

How to Get Started in Science Advocacy and Why You Should 

April 4, 2024
12-1:30 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 103

Whether it's advocating for increased research funding, advancing evidence-based policies to address public health challenges, or building strategies to support a robust and diverse scientific workforce, it is essential that scientists are part of the conversation. Very few lawmakers have a scientific background, so they need to hear from experts who can explain the critical research they do and how that research is supported through funding agencies. Although scientists are often passionate about their work, most lack the experience to deliver the right message.

There are many ways to get involved in science advocacy, from volunteering a few hours a month to making it a full-time career. This session will offer advice from experienced science advocates about how to effectively champion science and where to find opportunities to create positive change, either through becoming a scientist advocate or by entering a career in science policy. Talks will be followed by a panel discussion offering diverse perspectives and experiences in advocacy.

History of Physiology Lecture

April 4, 2024
12:30 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 201B

Data Diuresis and Trainee Awards (Water & Electrolyte Homeostasis Section) 

April 4, 2024
1 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 101

2024 Annual Marion J. Siegman Award Lecture 

April 4, 2024
1 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 202

2024 Henry Pickering Bowditch Award Lecture

“Cardiovascular Adjustments after Acute Heat Exposure: Mechanisms and Clinical Implications”
Steven A. Romero, PhD
April 4, 2024
2 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Grand Ballroom 2

DataNCARNation (Neural Control of Autonomic Regulation Section)

April 4, 2024
2 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 103

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Women in Physiology Committee Symposium 

April 4, 2024
2 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Room 201A

2024 Physiology in Perspective Walter B. Cannon Award Lecture 

“The Long Road to Ithaca: A Physiologist’s Journey”
Sadis Matalon, PhD, FAPS
April 4, 2024
2:55 p.m.
Long Beach Convention Center, Grand Ballroom 2

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