QUAD Symposium 2026
The QUAD Symposium brings together researchers, veterinarians, technicians, students, and industry partners to share knowledge, explore emerging topics, and strengthen our professional community.
Wednesday, May 13 β Friday, May 15
Foxwoods Resort Casino
350 Trolley Line Blvd
Mashantucket, CT 06338
350 Trolley Line Blvd
Mashantucket, CT 06338
About QUAD Symposium
The QUAD Symposium is a full day of learning, networking, and fun for laboratory animal science professionals from across the region. Hosted at Foxwoods Resort Casino, the symposium brings together engaging speakers, timely topics, and opportunities to earn CE credits, with a destination thatβs as exciting as the program!
π₯ THEME 2026 π₯
Resilience. Reimagine. Rise.
Resilience
Laboratory animal professionals continually adapt to new regulations, emerging technologies, evolving welfare standards, and shifting scientific priorities.
Reimagine
We are problem-solvers, collaborators, and advocates. We persist through challenges, rethink systems when needed, and rise stronger with each transformation.
Rise
Like the phoenix, we rise stronger with every transformation. While methods and models evolve, our commitment to ethical research and animal welfare remains constant.
Together, we riseβin knowledge, connection, and celebration.
π CELEBRATE WITH US π
Fantasy Banquet
Enjoy dinner, auctions, tricky trays, and MORE!
Step beyond the veil into an enchanted evening of epic fantasy. Don mythical attire inspired by gods, goddesses, legendary creatures, witches, and heroes. Enjoy dinner, auctions, and our annual costume contest with prizes (costumes are highly encouraged)!
Just as we reimagine our work, reimagine yourself.
Agenda at a Glance
Wednesday, May 13
| 4:00 PM β 6:00 PM | Attendee Registration |
| 6:00 PM β 8:00 PM | Welcome Reception |
Thursday, May 14
| 7:15 AM β 3:15 PM | Attendee Registration |
| 8:00 AM β 8:45 AM | Breakfast Buffet (Vendor exhibits open until 10:45 AM) |
| 8:45 AM β 10:00 AM | Opening Remarks & Keynote Speaker |
| 10:00 AM β 10:45 AM | Break |
| 10:45 AM β 12:15 PM | General Sessions |
| 12:15 PM β 1:15 PM | Lunch & Dessert (Vendor exhibits open until 4:45 PM) |
| 1:15 PM β 4:45 PM | General Sessions |
| 6:00 PM β 8:30 PM | Reception, Dinner Buffet, and Auction |
Friday, May 15
| 7:15 AM β 10:45 AM | Attendee Registration |
| 7:30 AM β 8:30 AM | Breakfast Buffet (Vendor exhibits open until 10:45 AM) |
| 8:30 AM β 11:40 AM | Breakout Sessions |
| 11:40 AM β 12:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Poster Prizes |
| 12:15 PM β 5:00 PM | Mini Management Session & Lunch (Pre-registration Required) |
News & Updates
Posted January 15
Reserve Your Room Before April 13!
Hotel rooms are now available! Use the button below to book, modify, or cancel your reservation and view updated event information.
The discounted group rate is available until rooms sell out or the reservation cutoff date of Monday, April 20, 2026. The group rate also applies to two (2) nights before and two (2) nights after the event (based on availability).
Symposium Sponsors
The QUAD Symposium is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Sponsorship provides meaningful opportunities to engage with laboratory animal science professionals while supporting education, collaboration, and professional development across the QUAD region.
Sponsorship opportunities for 2026 include event recognition, program visibility, session and activity support throughout the symposium.
Penn Creative
Platinum Sponsor
LabDiet
Lanyard Sponsor
Exhibit at QUAD Symposium 2026
Exhibiting at the QUAD Symposium offers valuable face-to-face engagement, brand visibility, and the opportunity to showcase products and services that support research and animal care.
QUAD Poster Competition
Abstracts for the Quad Symposium meeting are now being accepted! There are two categories: Clinical/Scientific and Husbandry/Management. Posters will be judged on content, knowledge of material, and appearance. Awards will be provided for the top three posters in each category.
Abstract and form due date:
February 23, 2026
If you think you will be late for the submission deadline, please contact Travis and Michelle, [email protected] AND [email protected] to see if there is still opportunity to submit.
If you think you will be late for the submission deadline, please contact Travis and Michelle, [email protected] AND [email protected] to see if there is still opportunity to submit.
Final poster due date:
April 27, 2026
Submission Instructions:
Email the form, posters, abstracts and questions to [email protected] AND [email protected].
You will be notified via email if your poster is chosen for the event.
Resilience. Reimagine. Rise.
Be part of a collaborative learning experience that supports your work, your growth, and the future of laboratory animal science.
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