Eleventh Annual Bay Area Symposium on Viruses - April 2026

We are pleased to announce the 11th Annual Bay Area Symposium on Viruses (BayViro). Since its inception, BayViro has grown into a leading forum that brings together virologists, clinicians, and innovators from across the Bay Area’s universities, research institutes, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and clinical centers. Hosted by the Henry Wheeler Center for Emerging and Neglected Diseases (CEND, http://cend.globalhealth.berkeley.edu/) at UC Berkeley, the symposium rotates annually between UC Berkeley, UCSF, and Stanford. The 2026 meeting will take place at UC Berkeley on April 11, 2026.

The symposium attracts about 300 participants each year. Its scientific program showcases the virology research conducted in the Bay Area. It covers a wide array of topics, including virus biology, immune responses, antiviral strategies, emerging viral threats, and translational research. In addition to invited talks, the event features roundtable discussions, poster sessions, and provides a well-recognized platform for trainees to present their work and connect with senior investigators. Recordings of previous symposia are freely available online, expanding the event’s reach within the scientific community. A key aspect of BayViro is its commitment to fostering the next generation of scientists, offering opportunities for trainees to share their research and network with colleagues at all career levels.

Over the years, the symposium has built lasting academic–industry partnerships across the Bay Area, fostering collaboration, innovation, and opportunities for both trainees and seasoned researchers.