About | ISSCR 2022 Annual Meeting

HEALTH AND SAFETY

PLANNING FOR AN IN-PERSON ISSCR 2022

The ISSCR Annual Meeting is returning to San Francisco for a live, in-person event. More than 4,000 scientists, clinicians, and leaders from all over the world will join us in San Francisco 15-18 June 2022, and many more virtually.

Your health and safety are important to us. We are actively tracking the emerging news and science around the Omicron variant. We will continue to monitor and adjust our plans and health protocols as necessary. The ISSCR also continues to monitor guidelines for health safety measures from the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, California and San Francisco County. The ISSCR will follow applicable federal, state and local laws, adapting ISSCR plans accordingly and sharing updates with you and other ISSCR audiences. We are also working closely with the San Francisco community, including the San Francisco Convention and Visitors Authority, event venues and hotels, and if they adjust their plans, we will communicate that as well.

The details below are just some of the precautions we will implement for ISSCR 2022. We will continue to evaluate and expand our health safety protocols as medical recommendations evolve and will update this page accordingly, so you know what to expect when you arrive in San Francisco for the ISSCR 2022 Annual Meeting.

Before you leave home!

The ISSCR encourages attendees to:

Ensure you have your proof of vaccination documentation.
Get the latest COVID-19 booster shot(s).
Test for COVID-19.

Travel to the United States

Effective December 6, 2021, all travelers to the U.S. must show proof of full vaccination and a negative COVID-19 test, taken within 1 day, prior to boarding their flight to the U.S. Those traveling by land do not need to provide a negative test. For purposes of entry into the United States, vaccines accepted will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines. Existing visa policies remain in place. Please check back regularly for the latest information.

Please visit the CDC website for more information on testing and entry requirements regarding international travel.

What to Expect at ISSCR 2022

REQUIRED: Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
The ISSCR reserves the right to deny venue entry to any attendee or vendor who is not fully vaccinated. “Fully vaccinated” is currently defined as two shots, plus a booster shot.

ISSCR attendees must show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to pick up an ISSCR 2022 Annual Meeting badge.
Attendees must be fully vaccinated with a vaccine approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or World Health Organization (WHO).  A list of approved vaccines can be found here. 
Once you have provided your proof of vaccination and picked up your badge, you will not need to verify your vaccination status again.

Health Screenings and Services

Masks covering nose and mouth are required indoors in the State of California, regardless of vaccination status. ISSCR 2022 Annual Meeting attendees will be required to wear masks as follows:
- In the conventional center.
- During all ISSCR events and gatherings outside the convention center.
- In ISSCR shuttle buses and any ISSCR or related hotel/venue transportation services.
Masks are optional when outside; or when giving a presentation.
The ISSCR will have safety ambassadors throughout the exhibit floor providing masks to those who may need one.
The ISSCR will provide on-site access to health services and medical aid for those who may need it.
ISSCR 2022 attendees are encouraged to download the COVID tracing and alert app, CA Notify, developed by the State of California.  Learn more here.

Conference Area and Meeting Spacing

The ISSCR, in partnership with San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center will following local guidelines on social distancing. These guidelines will affect conference areas, meeting spaces, aisles, and traffic flow.
The public areas and entry points at ISSCR venues will respect social distancing and use one way traffic flow.

This is a sample the initiatives currently underway to ensure attendees safety and comfort – others are under consideration. We will continue to provide updates to exhibitors and attendees. If you have questions or concerns about ISSCR COVID-19 protocols, please contact isscr@isscr.org.

Recommendations for Exhibitors

Below are some recommendations and considerations as you begin to plan your ISSCR exhibit experience: 

Communicate the proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement to your staff as all attendees, support staff and exhibitors’ staff must provide proof of vaccination. 
Ensure your booth has plenty of hand sanitizer that is visible and easily accessible.
Ensure your booth design can accommodate proper social distancing. This includes designated entrances and exits, one directional traffic flow within your booth and socially distanced seating in demo/presentation areas with an access-control monitor. 
Frequent booth/product cleaning including regular disinfecting surfaces and wiping down frequently touched items.

Please contact exhibits@isscr.org for more detailed information about exhibiting.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you in June!