The show, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, National Pork Board, Pork Check-off, Zoetis and Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, will focus on:

• Virus transmission, biosecurity and area control
• Host response to infection, including host genetics and innate/adaptive immunity
• Vaccination strategies and therapeutics
• Detection, diagnostics and surveillance
• Virus structure and gene function

Abstract submission

All abstracts that cover PRRS, PCVAD or PED will be presented as posters. Selected abstracts may be chosen for special oral presentation. Abstract submission is open. Abstracts MUST be received by November 1, 2013.

Click here for Abstract Submission and Instructions

The show will be held at the Intercontinental Hotel – Chicago Magnificent Mile. A special room rate of $179/night is available beginning December 5 through December 11, based on availability.

Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access with your stay. Reservations must be made by November 5 to ensure the group rate.

To make a reservation, please visit –http://www.ihg.com/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/chicago/ordha/hoteldetail?groupCode=NTI or call 800-628-2112 and use block code NTI.

For complete symposium information, please visit the North American PRRS Symposium website by clicking here.