PDA Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference 2026

26 - 28 Oct 2026
Washington, DC

Networking Opportunities | Educational Sessions | Exhibit Hall
Poster Presentations | Post-Conference Workshops and Training Courses

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Call for Abstracts

Closing on 14 April 2026

The Call for Abstracts is now open!

The Program Planning Committee is seeking abstract submissions, especially those highlighting case studies, on a wide variety of topics, including:

  • Aseptic Process Simulation Design Considerations
  • Contamination Control Strategies (e.g., cleaning/disinfection, facility design, material transfer)
  • Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Microbiology
  • Environmental Monitoring (e.g., trending and specification setting, incubation conditions)
  • Global Regulatory Updates
  • Modern Microbial Methods (e.g., alternative)
  • Mold and Microbial Contamination and Remediation
  • Non-Sterile Manufacturing Microbiology
  • Sterile or Aseptic Manufacturing Microbiology including ATMPs

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The PDA Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference 2026 brings the global microbiology community together to share real-world experience, emerging approaches, and regulatory insight. Expect practical discussions that strengthen contamination control strategies, advance modern microbiological methods, and support confident decision-making in an evolving landscape.


Location and Travel

Venue Details and Accommodations

PLEASE READ  PDA is not affiliated or contracted with any outside hotel contracting company. If someone other than PDA or the PDA chosen hotel contacts you suggesting that they represent any PDA event, they do not. It is PDA's recommendation that you book your hotel directly through the official PDA chosen hotel that is listed on our web site.

Westin DC Downtown


Washington, DC 20001 USA

Registration

Pricing Options

More information coming soon.

GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: PDA will send you a confirmation letter within one week of payment being received. You must have this confirmation letter to be considered enrolled in a PDA event. If you have submitted a purchase order or requested an invoice, please be advised that a credit card guarantee is needed. PDA reserves the right to modify the material or speakers/trainers without notice or to cancel an event. If an event is cancelled, registrants will be notified by PDA immediately and will receive a credit (registration fee paid). PDA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by registrants due to cancellation. Please note that the attendee list is shared with attendees, trainers, and exhibitors and may be used to follow up on specific areas of interest after the event. Video, photo, and audio recordings are prohibited at all PDA events.

CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to registration@pda.org.

Sponsor information will be available soon

We're currently finalizing our list of sponsors and will share the details shortly.

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Program Inquiries
Tel: +1 (301) 656-5900

Exhibition/Sponsorship Inquiries
David Hall
Tel: +1 (240) 688-4405

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