30 August - 2 September 2026
Dear Colleague,
On behalf of the International Society for Influenza and Other Respiratory Virus Diseases (ISIRV), we are delighted to welcome you to the Options for the Control of Influenza XIII Conference, taking place 30 August – 2 September 2026 in Washington, DC at the Washington DC Convention Center. The meeting will be preceded by the ISRV Mini-School of Respiratory Viruses on Saturday August 29.
The Options conference is the largest global scientific meeting focused on influenza prevention, control, and treatment. As with recent Options meetings, there will also be sessions about other respiratory viruses. In 2026, we will once again bring together the world’s leading experts in virology, clinical care, public health, and vaccine research to share the latest evidence, foster collaboration, and advance the global response to influenza.
The 2026 meeting is being planned by four Scientific Track Committees: Clinical Science, Public Health, Virology & Pathogenesis, and Implementation. These committees, led by dedicated Track Co-Chairs and composed of international experts, are curating a high-impact scientific program that reflects the latest advances and ongoing challenges in influenza control. Our goal is to offer a modular and integrated agenda, allowing attendees to tailor their experience to their specific research and clinical interests. Draft agendas will be posted on the Options website in the early fall.
The conference will open with a keynote plenary session on Sunday, 30 August, followed by daily plenaries and concurrent symposia sessions. The program will feature invited talks, oral abstract presentations, interactive poster sessions, and opportunities for informal networking, including events focused on early career attendees. A closing plenary on Wednesday, 2 September, will reflect on lessons learned and chart the path forward in influenza science and policy.
Washington, DC offers a vibrant and dynamic setting for the meeting. The Convention Center is located in the heart of the city—just steps away from renowned museums, historic landmarks, diverse restaurants, and the National Mall. We encourage attendees to explore the many cultural and historical attractions that the U.S. capital has to offer.
Travel scholarships will be available for participants from low- and middle-income countries and early career researchers from all countries. Details will follow in the near future and will be found on the Options website https://www.isrv.global/featured-events/options-xiii-conference-for-the-control-of-influenza/.
We look forward to welcoming you to Washington, DC, for a week of outstanding science and collaboration at the Options for the Control of Influenza XIII Conference.
Sincerely,
Justin R. Ortiz, MD, MS |
Andrew Pekosz, PhD |