New York, NY – March 25, 2026 – If you want to highlight science on the cutting edge, register now for a complimentary media pass for the ATS 2026 International Conference in Orlando, Florida. We will premiere the ATS AI Lab Exposition Space in the exhibit hall. This is part of a larger AI strategy anchored in education, research and innovation, clinical implementation, community engagement as well as policy, ethics and regulatory measures.
If you want to get an early start on your AI coverage, consider attending the Opening Ceremony on Saturday, May 16 at 4:15 p.m. Keynote speaker Robert M. Wachter, MD, is the author of A Giant Leap: How AI is Transforming Healthcare and What That Means for Our Future. On Tuesday, May 19, keynote speaker Laurah Turner, PhD, will discuss AI in medical education.
All registered media will receive a press release one week prior to the conference with links to press releases that highlight select research abstracts. Selected research includes new data on:
Please contact Ms. Dacia Morris, director of communications, at dmorris@thoracic.org if you have any questions. For more of what to expect, check out the conference site .
See you in Orlando!
ATS Thanks Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for their support for the ATS 2026 Opening Ceremony.
About the American Thoracic Society:
Founded in 1905, the American Thoracic Society is the world's leading medical society dedicated to accelerating the advancement of global respiratory health through multidisciplinary collaboration, education, and advocacy. Core activities of the Society’s more than 30,000 members are focused on leading scientific discoveries, advancing professional development, impacting global health, and transforming patient care. Key areas of member focus include developing clinical practice guidelines, hosting the annual International Conference , publishing four peer-reviewed journals , advocating for improved respiratory health globally, and developing an array of patient education and career development resources.
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