October 25–28,  2026

Event location: 

George R. Brown Convention Center 

1001 Avenida De Las Americas

Houston, TX 77010

Come see us at booth #1538 and learn about all-new PureMade™ enrichment! Plus, come to our Tech Talk on Sunday, at 3:20 p.m. in room 310. Terry Burns-Heffner will speak about PureMade all-natural enrichment and explain why nontoxic enrichment matters for your research results.

The AALAS National Meeting is the largest gathering in the world of professionals concerned with the production, care, and use of laboratory animals. During the five days of the meeting, members and nonmembers come together to enjoy the workshops, lectures, poster sessions, and exhibits.

November 11, 2026

5:30–8:30 p.m.

Event location:

Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Alumni Hall

1020 Locust Street 

Philadelphia, PA 19107

Please join DVB AALAS for an evening of networking, educational presentations from industry professionals and dinner. The presentation topics are “Automated Blood Sampling (ABS) Technology for Rodent Pharmacokinetics (PK) Studies" and "An Overview of NHP Transport." Thank you to Quip Labs for sponsoring dinner and to Tri-State Biomedical for sponsoring gift cards.

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.

Proudly Sponsored by ASAP

February 8-10, 2027

Event Location: Virtual

The symposium brings together experts and enthusiasts from various fields to explore the power of enrichment in driving engagement, improving well-being, and promoting positive behavior. Behaviorists, educators, trainers and more can enjoy expert-led discussions, networking opportunities and enrichment demos. 

Register on the event website!

AALAE promotes, educates and fosters open communication while providing resources to the lab animal community regarding behavior management and enrichment practices. They intend to advance lab animal welfare by providing resources to all lab animal facilities on cost-effective options to improve the psychological health of laboratory animals.

February  10, 2027

5:30–8:30 p.m.

Event Location:

​GlaxoSmithKline

1250 S Collegeville Road

Collegeville, PA 19426

Please join DVB AALAS for an evening of networking, presentations and dinner as we celebrate technicians. 

Registration opens January 1, 2027.

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.

March 2027

Come get “up to speed” with your industry friends and colleagues! Similar to speed dating, this event offers “speed networking” where you rotate through tables in timed increments, meeting with researchers, techs, and facility leaders in a warm, personal setting. Admission includes two drink tickets and appetizers.

More details coming soon!

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.

April 2027

Please join DVB AALAS for an evening of networking with peers, presentations from industry professionals and dinner. 

More details coming soon!

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.

Proudly Sponsored by ASAP

April 16, 2027

Event Location: Worldwide

ASAP is proud to celebrate Biomedical Research Awareness Day! Please visit the event website for details on how to join the BRAD celebration.

BRAD is an international outreach program through Americans for Medical Progress (AMP) that seeks to increase public awareness about animal roles in biomedical research and the resulting medical advancements that benefit humans and animals. AMP helps create and maintain an environment where essential medical advances can be made in the research community. It offers facts-based public education programs that demonstrate the irreplaceable role of animal studies and helps partner organizations respond to activities and misinformation that threaten future medical advancements and the greater discovery process.

April  2027

This four-day event offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career in laboratory animal management. It includes workshops and seminars. There’s also plenty of time to network with colleagues from around the world. The ASAP team looks forward to seeing you there!

More details coming soon.

LAMA is a nonprofit association dedicated to advancing the quality of management and care of laboratory animals throughout the world.

May 2027

Join friends, family and colleagues at the DVB AALAS annual summer social! 

More details coming soon.

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.

September 2027

Come visit our booth at the 50th Annual NCAB Seminar. Meet members of our team and learn about our newest product offerings!  

More details coming soon.

Organized in 1961, the National Capital Area Branch (NCAB) is the local affiliate of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS). NCAB AALAS is a major educational organization promoting improvements in the humane care and use of laboratory animals and the advancements of laboratory animal science. The NCAB serves the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.

Hosted by ASAP

September 2027

Event Location: 

Animal Specialties and Provisions

600 Commerce Drive

Quakertown, PA 18951

Please join DVB AALAS for an evening of networking, awards, presentations, and our business meeting. After a wine and cheese reception, there will be a traditional pig roast buffet. This event is open to all DVB AALAS members and their guests, but you must have an active DVB AALAS membership to register.

More details coming soon.

The Delaware Valley Branch of AALAS is committed to achieving excellence and innovation in the field of laboratory animal science by providing an open forum for communication, promoting education and training, and disseminating information concerning the benefits of humane care and use of animals in biomedical research.