The 59th ACLPS Annual Meeting was held Thursday-Saturday, 6-8 June 2024 in New York, NY. The program featured leading research in laboratory medicine presented by invited speakers and Young Investigators. Scientific sessions and an awards banquet were held on the campus of Columbia University at the elegant Faculty House, a landmark in Upper Manhattan since 1923.
The 2024 Annual Meeting was hosted by the Columbia University Department of Pathology. Its faculty have led the way nationally in advancing cancer-related and constitutional genetic and genomic clinical testing. Its precision medicine mission has expanded to include novel test development, cutting edge research, genetic counseling and creative educational opportunities. With a long history of scientific accomplishments, commitment to clinical innovation, and nationally recognized programs in anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, investigative pathology, and cell biology research, the department is uniquely positioned to impact the future of laboratory medicine.
The meeting organizers planned a program with presentations in clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, clinical hematology, toxicology, blood banking and transfusion medicine, cellular therapy, clinical informatics, clinical immunology, clinical laboratory genetics and genomics, and laboratory automation.
Abstracts were encouraged from both trainees and faculty members. Abstracts from trainees that were accepted for the session for submitted scientific papers were given as either an oral or poster presentation:
Oral Presentation — limited to exactly 10 minutes of PowerPoint presentation followed by 5 minutes for discussion and questions from the floor.
Poster Presentation — Printed scientific posters, vertical or horizontal, maximum 36 x 48 inches (91 x 122 cm). Presenters were responsible for printing their posters and mounting them on the provided presentation boards.
Company or manufacturer emblems were NOT permitted in either type of presentation.
ACLPS Junior Faculty Abstract Awards
The new ACLPS Junior Faculty Award was awarded to two faculty within 5 years of their initial faculty appointment. Junior Faculty Awardees were invited to give a platform presentation at the ACLPS annual meeting. Submissions from individuals more than 5 years of their initial faculty appointment were selected for poster presentations.
Paul E. Strandjord Young Investigator Awards
Residents, fellows, and doctoral scientists actively training in programs in the health sciences who have participated in research with a member of ACLPS, or who are sponsored by an ACLPS member, are considered eligible for the Paul E. Strandjord Young Investigator Award (YIA) Program, as described in the full call for abstracts.
To receive an award, the young investigator was required be the presenter and still be in training at the time of presentation at the annual meeting. A sponsoring ACLPS member was required to verify the eligibility of the young investigator.
Questions about Abstracts and awards:
Jorge Sepulveda, jsepulveda@mfa.gwu.edu
Scientific Program Co-Chairs:
Eldad Hod, eh2217@cumc.columbia.edu
Tiffany Thomas, tt2254@cumc.columbia.edu
Program Planning and Support:
Custom Management Group
aclps@custommanagement.com
Over 200 researchers and clinicians attended ACLPS 2024, including MD and PhD clinical laboratory directors from leading academic medical centers as well as residents and fellows from those programs. Registration included conference materials, admission to exhibits, participation in conference sessions, breakfast, lunches, refreshment breaks, the Welcome Reception, and one ticket to the Awards Banquet. One additional guest ticket per registrant was available to purchase separately.
2024 Registration Rates:
| Through May 6 | May 7 - June 5 | June 6 - 8 | |
| Active ACLPS | $725 | $800 | $850 |
| Associate ACLPS | $650 | $725 | $750 |
| Non-member | $800 | $875 | $925 |
Meeting Venue: Faculty House
Faculty House Skyline Terrace
For one hundred years, Faculty House has provided an elegant space for academic and philosophical discourse, meetings, seminars, conferences, banquets and social events of all scales on the beautiful Morningside Heights campus of Columbia University. As the first event venue in New York to be LEED Gold certified, it maximizes sustainability while providing a welcoming experience.
Hotels & Dormitory
Accommodations were available at special group rates for the Aloft Harlem Hotel, the Lucerne Hotel, and the John Jay Hall Dormitory on the Columbia University campus.
Aloft Harlem Hotel
2296 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
New York, New York 10027
Ten blocks from the meeting venue, a 15 minute walk
The Lucerne Hotel
201 W 79th Street
New York, New York 10024
Two miles from the meeting venue, accessible by subway
John Jay Hall
Dormitory
Walking distance from the meeting venue, Faculty House.
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CU Morningside Heights Campus
Host Institution: Columbia University
Columbia University, originally established in 1754 as King's College, is one of the world's most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive learning environment that seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of New York City. CU Irving Medical Center is home to four colleges that provide global leadership in scientific research, health and medical education, and patient care. Laboratory medicine is at the core of these pursuits.
New York City
Lower Manhattan
This diverse metropolis is the most populous city in the United States and has significant global influence as the home of the United Nations and Wall Street. It encompasses many colleges, universities, and conservatories, including Columbia University in Upper Manhattan. The city is know for iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Central Park. Awaiting visitors are an amazing variety of dining experiences, upscale shops, theaters (on and off Broadway), music and dance venues, and museums. Come join ACLPS in the "Big Apple."
2024 Supporters and Exhibitors
Representatives from industry and academia supported the meeting and provided exhibits to help attendees stay current on trends in products, services, and research opportunities. We appreciate their contributions which helped to make the 59th Annual Meeting possible.
Conference Organizer and Supporter
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Gold Supporters
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2024 Prospectus
Download the ACLPS 2024 Prospectus to explore the supporter benefits that were available for the 59th Annual Meeting in New York City.
Supporting and exhibiting were a great way for organizations to Demonstrate their commitment to the highest standards for Laboratory Medicine and make a lasting impression as a go-to partner for researchers and clinicians in the field.
Lynne Valentic, lvalentic@custommanagement.com