Frequently Asked Questions

NUTRITION is the American Society for Nutrition’s (ASN) annual flagship meeting which will be held July 26 – 29, in Las Vegas, NV. This 3.5 day event will offer new, original science presentations, featured sessions, award lectures and career recognition, professional development, and networking/Groups Engaging Members (GEM) functions. 

NUTRITION 2027 will be held July 26 -29, 2027, in Las Vegas, NV. Pre-conference activities may also be scheduled for Sunday, July 25th. Program information will be available in early 2027.  

NUTRITION 2027 will convene top researchers, practitioners, global and public health professionals, policymakers and advocacy leaders, industry, media, and other related professionals to advance nutrition science and its practical application. NUTRITION 2027 also is a “must attend” event for rising leaders in the field – postdoctoral fellows and undergraduate, graduate, and medical students. 

NUTRITION 2027 is an in-person conference without a concurrent virtual component.  The focus on the in-person event ensures that those who attend will have the best possible experience. As always, ASN will offer selected content on demand after the event on DiscoverNUTRITION, ASN’s online learning platform. 

The NUTRITION 2027 session topic idea submission site opened on August 20, 2026. The deadline for submissions was September 30, 2026. 

Interested in presenting your research at NUTRITION 2027? You can also submit a scientific abstract for consideration. Accepted abstracts provide opportunities to share original research with the nutrition science community through oral and poster presentations. Click here for  submission guidelines, instructions, and details.

Key Dates for the NUTRITION 2027 Call for Abstracts include: 

• Submission Opens: November 2, 2026 

• Submission Deadline: March 8, 2027 

More information about abstract submission including submission guidelines and instructions will be available in October. 

ASN welcomes the submission of unpublished research in the form of abstracts for presentation at NUTRITION 2027.  

Abstracts can include: 

Additionally, separate from the general Call for Abstracts, individuals interested in presenting their work at NUTRITION 2027 can submit a Late Breaking/Rapid Science Submission or Encore Abstract. Please note these submission categories have specific criteria and a limited number of submissions will be accepted. For more information, click here. More details including submission guidelines and instructions will be available in October.   

Key Dates for Late Breaking/Rapid Science Submission and Encore Abstract Submission: 

• Submission Opens: April 5, 2027 

• Submission Deadline: May 10, 2027 

The 2027 ASN Foundation Call for Nominations/Applications is open and will close December 1, 2026. More information about ASN awards including a complete list of award opportunities are available here.  

Abstract-based award competitions and abstract recognition awards will be held and given at NUTRITION 2027. ASN membership is required to be considered for these programs. More detailed information will be available when abstract submission opens.

The American Society for Nutrition is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  

CDR Credentialed Practitioners can document live activities that have not received prior approval if they meet CDR Core Content Criteria and CDR CPE Activity Type Definitions. One (1) hour of live training is equal to one (1) CPEU. It is up to the learner to determine if the live activity meets the requirements outlined in the CDR Core Content Criteria and CDR CPE Activity Type Definitions. If you have any questions/concerns, please contact pdp@eatright.org. 

Check back in early 2027 for more details about the maximum continuing education credits that can be claimed at NUTRITION 2027. 

All non-physician healthcare professionals at NUTRITION 2027 will be able to complete an evaluation and download a Certificate of Participation. This certificate designates your participation in this education activity. It lists the amount of continuing medical education credit that has been designated for physicians by ASN. You should be able to use this documentation for your licensing or certification needs. To determine if activities designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ are acceptable for your licensing or certification needs, please contact your credentialing body directly. Please note ASN cannot guarantee its acceptance. 

Yes. ASN hosts multiple networking and interest group events and activities throughout the meeting.  

NUTRITION 2027 offers the ideal place to connect with colleagues, collaborators or potential partners. Members, attendees, exhibitors, partners and affiliates may host meetings or social events in conjunction with NUTRITION 2027. 

All meetings or social functions held in conjunction with NUTRITION 2027, outside of the official NUTRITION 2027 meeting program, are subject to ASN approval.  

If your institution/organization is interested in hosting an event in conjunction with NUTRITION 2027 please reach out to meetings@nutrition.org for more information. 

NUTRITION 2027 offers a variety of advertising and sponsorship opportunities for organizations looking to increase their visibility, connect with the nutrition science community, and engage with researchers, practitioners, and other leaders in the field. 

To learn more about available opportunities and explore options that align with your organization’s goals, please contact Griff Courtney (Director of Engagement) at gcourtney@nutrition.org.

• Scientific symposia and educational sessions organized around the following themes:  

• • Cellular and Physiological Nutrition/ Metabolism  

• • Climate and/or Food Systems   

• • Clinical and Translational Nutrition  

• • Global and Public Health Nutrition  

• • Population Science  

• • Career and Professional Development  

•  Award lectures including:  

• • The ASNF-NNF Henrik Dam Award Lecture to recognize a mid-career professional (10–25 years post-terminal degree) for outstanding research contributions to the understanding of micronutrients, nutritional status, and/or metabolism.  

• • The George Bray Outstanding Scientific Achievements Award in Obesity Research to recognize a physician, clinician or investigator who has made a significant lifetime contribution to the field of obesity research.   

• • The Jean-Pierre Habicht Lifetime Achievements in Global Nutrition Award to honor lifetime achievements in international nutrition research to benefit populations in non-industrialized countries.   

• • The Robert Suskind and Leslie Lewinter-Suskind Pediatric Nutrition Lifetime Achievement Award Lecture to recognize a physician, clinician or investigator who has made a significant lifetime contribution to the field of pediatric nutrition.    

•  A From Research to Practice clinical track to review the latest science and practical applications – geared to health care providers   

• Unpublished research studies presented in oral and poster sessions 

• The President’s Oral Session: Abstracts of Distinction will spotlight innovative, impactful research that is advancing the field of nutrition research and practice. All abstracts submitted to NUTRITION 2027 will be considered for this prestigious session. 

• Connect with the Fed sessions and activities to discover updates, funding opportunities, and resources from leaders in federal agencies  

• Featured presentations on late breaking/rapid science highlighting high impact and newsworthy research  

• Award recognition honoring scientists, clinicians and scholars for significant achievements in nutrition research, education, and practice   

• Career and professional development sessions and events aimed at providing attendees with resources and skills for their future endeavors; and  

• Invaluable networking opportunities and special events including:  
  • Hot-topic discussion sessions, mentoring activities and other special events hosted by the ASN’s Groups Engaging Members (GEMs), Research Interest Sections (RIS) and Councils – vibrant scientific communities that are vital to advancing nutrition science  

• • Connect with fellow Students and Early Career Professionals at activities coordinated by ASN’s Student Interest Group and Early Career Nutrition Interest Groups  

Contact Michelle Crispino (Senior Director, Knowledge Initiatives) via email at education@nutrition.org.  

Yes. All presenters are REQUIRED to register and attend NUTRITION 2027 in–person.  

A certificate of attendance verifies attendance/participation in the conference but does not indicate any continuing education available for the activity.  

All registered attendees are eligible to receive a Certificate of Attendance.  

For a complete listing of registration types and descriptions, please visit the Registration and Housing page.  

Yes. Reduced registration rates are available on a sliding scale. The earlier an attendee registers, the more affordable the registration rate! Register by 11:59 PM CT on May 1, 2027, to get the early registration discount rate.  

ASN has three registration tiers (Early, Advance, & Regular). Rates vary depending on when you register.  

Yes. A Daily Pass may be purchased through registration for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Daily Registration is only available for ONE day. Multi-day registrants will save by paying the full registration  

• Registration opens: Early 2027   

• Early registration deadline: May 3, 2027  

• Advanced registration deadline: June 14, 2027   

• Regular rates apply: June 15, 2027 

• Full Conference Registration  

• Daily Registration  

• Welcome Reception  

• Access to plenary and education sessions, award lectures. abstract presentations (oral sessions, poster theater flash sessions, and poster sessions), and career and professional development sessions.  

• ASN Community Events and Groups Engaging Members (GEM) Forums   

• Sponsored Satellite Programs  

• Access to all days of Exhibits  

Please note that an additional charge is required to attend the ASN Class of 2027 Distinguished Fellows, 50-Year Members, and Past Presidents Luncheon 

Yes, NUTRITION 2026 offers special discounted registration rates for the following:  

• High School Students and Teachers  

• US Government Employees  

• Retired & Unemployed  

Please contact meetings@nutrition.org for additional information.  

Registration will open in Early 2027.  

No, however, members always receive the lowest rates with reduced registration fees.

Yes, ASN offers a “JOIN NOW” option for registration that includes 1- year ASN membership and registration to NUTRITION 2027.

Yes. Emeritus members receive a discounted rate. Please refer to the rates online for specific rates. The emeritus rate will automatically be generated for members who enter their username and member ID within the registration site.  

To register as press, you must submit a press registration request online.  Your request will be reviewed by Media Relations and approved based on ASN’s media guidelines. More information will become available soon on media guidelines and how to register. 

Registration confirmations will be sent via e-mail immediately after registering via the website.  

Registration Cancellation/Refund Policy   

Partial Refunds  

• Cancellation requests received by 11:59 PM CT on May 3, 2027, will receive a 75% refund.  

• Cancellation requests received between May 3 and 11:59 PM CT on June 15 2027, will receive a 50% refund. 

• No refunds will be given for no-shows. 

Non-Refundable   

• After 11:59 PM CT on June 15, 2027, registration fees are non-refundable.   

• No-shows (registrants who do not attend) will not receive refunds.  

• Donations to ASN are non-refundable.    

• Tickets to the Welcome Reception and ASN 2027 Class of Distinguished Fellows, 50-Year Members, and Past Presidents Luncheon are non-refundable after 11:59 PM CT on June 15, 2027 

No. ASN accepts credit card payments, checks or international money orders, payable to ASN using a U.S. Bank and in U.S. dollars.  

ASN accepts checks, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express) or international money orders payable to ASN; using a U.S. Bank and in U.S. dollars.  

If you are paying by check or money order, please mail the payment and the completed registration form to:  

American Society for Nutrition  

c/o NUTRITION 2027 

2440 Research Blvd, Suite 430 

Rockville, MD 20850  

Yes! Children under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Guardians are asked to help maintain a professional, disturbance-free exhibition environment.

Children under the age of 18 will no longer have the option to register in advance. All children under the age of 18 will register on-site to receive access to the meeting. Children must be present at the time of registration to receive their badge.

When registering themselves registrants have the option to add one (1) guest over the age of 18 to their NUTRITION 2027 registration who is not in the nutrition science or practice field.*

All guests must present a government-issued photo ID and be accompanied by the conference registrant before receiving a badge onsite.

*A colleague, associate, spouse, or significant other who works or studies within the nutrition science or practice field must register as a professional attendee.

The Guest registration fee includes 3 days of access to the HUB and access to the Welcome Reception held on Saturday evening.

Guests will not have access to session rooms and cannot claim continuing education credits.

An additional charge is required to attend the ASN Class of 2027 Distinguished Fellows, 50-Year Members, and Past Presidents Luncheon.

NUTRITION 2027 Attendee Housing will open in Early 2027. Please check back for additional information on NUTRITION 2027 official hotel.  

Top reasons why you should reserve your hotel room through our housing website: 

• Discounted rate: ASN has negotiated a special discounted rate for NUTRITION 2027 attendees. 

• Customer service: ASN’s NUTRITION official housing reservation specialists are your advocate if a dispute or problem arises, and they will be at your assistance throughout the event. 

• Reservation Protection: In the event of a sold out situation at the hotel, ASN’s housing provider protects those booked in the Official Hotel Block, an invaluable benefit to guard against travel uncertainty. 

• No Resort Fees: No hidden resort, urban or mandatory fees when you book through ASN’s Official housing provider.

• Earn Reward Points: You can still earn reward points from your preferred brand. 

• Wait list: Ability to wait list online for additional hotel nights needed. 

• Support your Organization: Booking in the Official Hotel Block helps the Event continue to offer the best, most competitive hotel rates for the future as well as keeping your registration fee increases to a minimum. It shows the Event’s value to the city and allows the organization to negotiate better room blocks and rates for you. 

**Important Message Regarding Housing Scams!**

Room reservations for NUTRITION 2027 are handled exclusively by ASN’s official housing vendor. Phone, fax, or email communications from any other company or organization offering cut-rate housing for NUTRITION 2027 or stating that they are a viable alternative to going through NUTRITION’s official housing bureau are not affiliated with ASN or the conference in any manner. While it is not illegal for a travel firm or booking agent to solicit potential customers, it can be difficult to determine the legitimacy of offers from these organizations. Those who opt for alternatives to ASN-negotiated rates may find themselves at risk. Other groups report that after paying these types of companies, no room was reserved, and their credit card was fraudulently charged. For these reasons, and to support our efforts to give you a quality event, we highly recommend that you do not make any reservations through any unknown housing or travel company. Again, ASN has no affiliation with any of these room brokers. ASN’s official housing vendor is the ONLY official housing contractor for NUTRITION 2027. They will never call to solicit your business.

For more information contact Griff Courtney at:  

Phone: 240-428-3613
Email: gcourtney@nutrition.org 

For a full list of advertising and support opportunities for NUTRITION 2027, please visit our exhibits and support page.  

For more information contact Griff Courtney at:  

Phone: 240-428-3613
Email: gcourtney@nutrition.org 

ASN is strongly committed to protecting the health and safety of all meeting attendees and personnel. The Society is actively working with the City of Las Vegas and The Venetian Resort and Convention Center to implement public health protocols and best practices to provide the safest possible meeting environment.  

We will continue to monitor recommendations issued by the CDC and state/local health authorities and will adjust health and safety protocols as needed.