22nd NAPRRS/NC229: International Conference of Swine Viral Diseases
January 16-17, 2026
InterContinental: Chicago Magnificent Mile
505 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
NAPRRS/NC229 ICSVD was originally formed in 2003 as the International PRRS Symposium. It provides a forum for bringing together the members of swine disease community from all over the world. The 22nd annual meeting will be a two-day international conference held in Chicago, USA. Tentative plans include six plenary scientific sessions starting on Friday morning (January 16), a translational workshop co-organized with the Swine Health Information Center, a special lunch sessions sponsored by industry partners, a poster session and NC229 business meeting to discuss the latest research and explore collaborative relationships for new research initiatives. Saturday evening (January 17) will feature a banquet with keynote speakers and award ceremony.
To enhance communication and collaboration with professionals in different animal health areas, the 22nd ICSVD will be in connection with the Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases (CRWAD; January 17-20, 2026).
The executive directorship, organizing committee, and conference staff hope that the NAPRRS/NC229 ICSVD will provide all attendees with an informative and scientifically rewarding experience.
We look forward to meeting you in Chicago!
– Ying Fang, Pablo Pineyro-Pineiro, and the NAPRRS/NC229 ICSVD Organizing Committee
Register
Hotel
InterContinental: Chicago Magnificent Mile
Abstract Submission
Travel Fellowship Application
Schedule
All times are in central time and subject to change.
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Symposium Check-In/Onsite Registration
Friday, January 16, 2026
Symposium Check-In/Onsite Registration
Plenary Sessions
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Plenary Sessions
Poster Presentations
To Be Announced
Registration
Payment must be provided at the time of registration to guarantee enrollment. Early registration is recommended. All prices are in US Dollars.
- Early Registration (On or before Friday, August 22, 2025): $298
- Late Registration (Saturday, August 23 – Wednesday, December 31, 2025): $318
- Onsite Registration (Thursday, January 15 – Friday, January 16, 2026): $348
- Banquet ticket: $65
Continuing Education
Continuing education is available for veterinarians. Continuing education will be granted for in-person sessions only.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds, less a 10 percent cancellation fee, will be given if written notification is received by Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Written cancellation should be sent to ICSVD@vetmed.illinois.edu. Registrations are transferable. After December 31, 2025, refunds will not be made. We reserve the right to cancel sessions and to change speakers if necessary. In the event of a conference cancellation, all registrants will receive a full refund. Event organizers are not responsible for travel expenses in the event of a cancellation or date change.
Hotel Reservations
Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. It is recommended that you book your reservations early.
InterContinental: Chicago Magnificent Mile
505 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, US
Rates: Saturday, December 7 – Monday, December 9 $179 per night
Room Reservation Deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024, at 5:00 pm (Central)
Reservation Contact Information:
Phone Reservation: 1-312-321-8895
Reference Group: 2024 ICSVD
Rooms reserved through the hotel block will receive a waived resort fee and complimentary wireless internet in the guest room. These charges will not appear on your hotel folio. The price listed does not include taxes.
Abstract Submission
Abstract Information and Instructions
Abstract Requirements:
- Please provide printed posters that are no more than 48 inches x 48 inches
- Posters can be hung starting Friday evening, January 16
Abstract Submission Deadlines:
- Friday, August 22, 2025: Early Abstract Submission Deadline
- Friday, October 31, 2025: Extended Deadlines for Abstract Submission
Travel Fellowship Application
Travel fellowships are provided to aid graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in presenting their experimental results at the symposium.
The awarded funds are determined by the NA PRRSS Travel Fellowship Awards Selection Committee. Awardees will be notified by October 1, 2025.
Travel Fellowship Information and Instructions
Application Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2025
Job Board
The University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine now makes it easier to hire for or find jobs in alignment with the NA PRRS Symposium through the college Job Board.
Those hiring can select “NA PRRS” for the job category allowing those seeking a job to be able to filter for that designation.
Photography Notification
By attending the NAPRRS/NC229: International Conference of Swine Viral Diseases, you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur.
Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with the NAPRRS/NC229: International Conference of Swine Viral Diseases and its initiatives, including, by way of example only, use on websites, in social media, news and advertising.
By entering the event premises, you waive and release any claims you may have related to the use of recorded media of you at the event, including, without limitation, any right to inspect or approve the photo, video or audio recording of you, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, and copyright infringement or for any fees for use of such record media.
You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent.
Organizing Committees
NA PRRSS/NC229 Advisor:
- Dr. Raymond (Bob) R. R. Rowland, University of Illinois, US
Executive Director:
- Dr. Ying Fang, University of Illinois, US
Planning Committee:
- Dr. Jose Angulo, Zoetis Animal Health, US
- Dr. Lisa Becton, Swine Health Information Center, US
- Dr. John Harding, University of Saskatchewan, CA
- Dr. Enric Mateu, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain
- Dr. Hans Nauwynck, Ghent University, BE
- Dr. Megan Niederwerder, Swine Health Information Center, US
- Dr. Hanchun Yang, China Agriculture University, CN
- Dr. Jordan Young, Zoetis Animal Health, US
Joint Scientific Committee:
Co-Chairs, Joint Scientific Committee:
- Dr. Mariana Kikuti, University of Minnesota, US
- Dr. Pablo Pineyro, Iowa State University, US
Committee Members:
- Dr. Andreia Arruda, The Ohio State University, US
- Dr. Hiep Vu, University of Nebraska, US
- Dr. Laura Miller, Kansas State University
- Dr. Alex Pasternak, Purdue University
Sponsors
Proceedings
Questions, email ICSVD@vetmed.illinois.edu.