CounterACT Center for Excellence

Join us for a cooperative and collaborative conference among colleagues and subject matter experts from the forefront of medical countermeasure (MCM) discovery and development. Research scientists and product developers across disciplines of biology, chemistry, clinical and translational medicine, and drug development interested in developing therapeutics that can treat the toxic clinical signs and symptoms after exposure to hazardous materials are welcome. Toxidromes of interest include adverse effects on the eyes, skin, lungs, nervous system, and respiratory drive. 

Date: June 1, 2026-June 3, 2026

Location: Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine

MEETING REGISTRATION

Click here to register for the meeting: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/31118

Guests are kindly asked to arrange their own accommodations at a nearby property of their choice.

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ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
The online portal for abstract submission is now closed. Abstract notifications will be sent March 27, 2026. Please contact the meeting organizers for any questions regarding the submission process, 2026CountermeasuresConference@northwestern.edu.

TRAINEE TRAVEL AWARDS
We are offering a limited number of travel awards for trainees at all levels and postdocs. These travel awards will be used to offset costs associated with attending the 2026 Innovations in Countermeasures and Toxicology Research Conference from June 1-3, 2026 in Chicago, IL. If you are interested, please submit a separate travel award application by 3/31/26. Additional information can be found here: https://redcap.link/countertoxtravelawards