Invitation to AttendOn behalf of the American Society for Rickettsiology (ASR), it is with great enthusiasm that we invite you to attend the 36th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Rickettsiology. This year’s meeting will be held at the Little Rock Marriott hotel in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas. The Little Rock Marriott is expertly located in the heart of downtown Little Rock, with sweeping views of the river and within easy walking distance to multiple restaurants, museums, breweries and attractions. This setting provides the perfect backdrop for our meeting attendees who wish to learn about new areas of research, share their groundbreaking work, and establish interdisciplinary collaborations. Staying on property guarantees after-hours networking opportunities and helps ASR meet its contractual obligations at the hotel, which in turn keeps our registration rates low. Our meeting brings together an array of basic scientists, clinician scientists, and epidemiologists from academic, government, and industry sectors who work together to address fundamental questions in rickettsial pathogenesis to improve diagnostics and therapeutics. The 2027 ASR Meeting will focus on emerging approaches and concepts in the relationship between rickettsial bacteria and both their vertebrate and arthropod hosts. The Scientific Program Committee has put together an exciting schedule of events, including plenary and keynote lectures from leading experts in and out of the rickettsia field. This was a widely popular approach in recent meetings, and we are excited to offer a program where basic scientists work side-by-side with translational researchers to confront significant problems in the field of rickettsial diseases. | Registration opens in late Fall 2026 Important Dates
Registration Rates
Social Guests: includes Welcome Reception and group final dinner. Social Guests do not have access to sessions. |
ASR Attendee Hotel Rates
Experience the perfect blend of Southern hospitality and sophisticated style at the Little Rock Marriott, the official host venue for our annual meeting. Situated in the heart of downtown along the scenic Arkansas River, this premium hotel offers luxurious, newly renovated accommodations with sweeping views of the river and city skyline. Attendees will enjoy seamless convenience with direct indoor access to the Statehouse Convention Center, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, and exceptional on-site dining at the Heritage Grille Steak & Fin. When the sessions end, the vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment of the historic River Market District are just a short, six-minute stroll away.
Staying on property guarantees after-hours networking opportunities and includes easy access to the downtown restaurants, shops and entertainment during your stay. It also helps ASR meet our contracted obligations at the hotel, ensuring the overall financial success of the meeting for the society - and keeping registration rates low for attendees!
ASR Attendee Group Rate:ASR GROUP RATE: $175/night + tax Reservation Deadline: JUNE 1, 2027 (book early!) |
ASR Attendee Guest Benefits:
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RESERVE A ROOM (coming soon)
Hotel Check In/Out: 4:00 PM / 11:00 AM. Group rate honored 3-days pre/post meeting dates based on availability. After the cutoff date, rooms may be available at the prevailing rates, but we cannot guarantee it - please book EARLY to reserve a room at the hotel.
Government Employees: Contact the hotel directly for Per Diem room reservations. *Be sure to mention that you are with ASR so they include your reservation in our room block!
Getting Here
Travel By Air
Located just 10 minutes east of downtown Little Rock, the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) is Arkansas's largest commercial airport, making travel into the region quick and effortless. Clinton National serves as a major hub for central Arkansas, offering convenient direct flights from top national airlines, including American, Delta, Southwest, and United.Ground Transportation from the Airport
Little Rock sits at a major crossroads of the South, making it an easy and accessible drive from almost anywhere in the region. The city is centrally located at the convergence of several major highways, including I-40, I-30, and I-630, connecting travelers seamlessly to surrounding cities and regional attractions.
Start your visit at the Little Rock Visitor Information Center, housed inside the historic Curran Hall at 500 E. 3rd Street in downtown. It's the perfect first stop to pick up local maps, city guides, and insider recommendations from local experts.
Need help with parking? Downtown Little Rock offers ample parking choices, including street meters, open lots, and multi-level parking decks near popular spots like the River Market District.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The ASR prides itself on supporting trainees and early career investigators. With the help of our sponsors, we provide travel and family assistance grants so trainees can more readily attend the meeting. To further support our trainees, we host a mentoring session focused on transitioning from the trainee stage (pre- and post-doctoral) to a range of scientific careers. Through these financial- and community-driven offerings, we hope to provide scientists more chances to thrive in their careers and advance our understanding of rickettsial diseases. Your sponsorship enables our society to bring cutting-edge research and training to a diverse community.
Registration Cancellation Policy
Please refer to the instructions below for complete details on the ASR cancellation policy:
- All cancellations must be provided in writing. Written cancellations must be emailed to manager@rickettsiology.org.
- We understand that plans may change due to circumstances beyond your control. If you are unable to attend the ASR Annual Meeting, you may transfer your registration to another individual. Identify the person attending in your place and provide complete contact information.
- If you must cancel, please do so in writing prior to the deadline. ASR will refund your fees according to the schedule above. We regret that we cannot refund any registration fees less than 30 days prior to the meeting, as we must submit complete commitments for our meeting vendors.
- No refunds are available for paid excursions.