It gives us great pleasure to announce the 6th annual meeting of the
American Society for Intercellular Communication (ASIC) to be held October 22 – 24, 2026.
The meeting is organized by a group of investigators seeking to create a platform for informal exchange of ideas on emerging questions and cutting-edge developments in the field of Intercellular Communication by Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) and Particles (EPs), and protein/particulate carriers of extracellular RNA (exRNA) that serve as biological mediators, regulators, and diagnostic analytes. The program consists of relatively short talks (15 and 30 minutes) and encourages open discussions after each talk so that the attendees can debate these concepts and foster dynamic scientific exchanges. The program also includes cutting-edge research on EVs, EPs, and exRNAs in cancer, CNS diseases, and bacterial and viral infections, as well as the mechanistic basis for biogenesis and activities, and technological and diagnostic advances in this important and emerging field of science.
The 2½-day meeting (Thursday, Friday, Saturday until noon; October 22 – 24, 2026) will be held at the newly renovated William F. Bolger Center in Potomac, Maryland. The estimated attendance is 100 – 150 guests (virtual and in-person).
Important Dates
Oral Abstract: July 15, 2026
Late Breaking Abstract: July 16, 2026 – August 15, 2026 (Posters only)
Poster Abstract: August 15, 2026
Registration Deadline: October 15, 2026
Room Registration Deadline: September 15, 2026
Refund Deadline: Refund will be granted before September 19, 2026, with a $25 cancellation fee.
Registration Fees
The meeting’s registration fee includes the cost of attendance, meals, and membership.
Professor Member: $750
Instructor/Postdoc: $475
Student: $375
Industry, Non-Sponsor: $900
Sponsors: See Package Levels Below
Virtual: $250
Meals Included
Thursday – Lunch and Dinner
Friday – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Saturday – Breakfast and Lunch
Sponsor Levels
GOLD SPONSOR: $5000.00 (Limited to 2)
- Premium exhibit table (adjacent to conference registration)
- 10-minute product/service spotlight during the scientific program
- Full-page advertisement in the printed meeting booklet (8″w x 10″l)
- One complimentary meeting registration
- Company logo featured on the ASIC website and in the meeting booklet
SILVER SPONSOR: $2500.00
- Exhibitor table near the main session hall
- Half-page advertisement in the meeting booklet (8″w x 5″l)
- One complimentary meeting registration
- Company logo featured on the ASIC website and in the meeting booklet
BRONZE SPONSOR: $1200.00
- Exhibitor table near the main session hall
- 1/3-page advertisement in the meeting booklet (8″ x 3.5″l)
- One complimentary meeting registration
- Company logo on the ASIC website and in the meeting booklet
Hotel Reservations
Room registration is sold separately. Those who choose to upgrade their room will be responsible for the cost difference.
Please book online to reserve at the Special ASIC2026 Rate.
Hotel
William F. Bolger Center
More information coming Soon!
If you have any questions, please call the Bolger Center at (866)-578-6600 or (301)-983-7000. The room registration deadline is September 15, 2026.
Please click on the “Abstract Submission Information” and other tabs at the top of the page for more information.
UPDATES: Meeting Schedule and Presenters list will be updated as needed.