iMig 2025

The 17th International Conference of The International Mesothelioma Interest Group

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Dear Colleagues and Friends, 

Please join us in Philadelphia October 26-29, 2025 for the 17th International Mesothelioma Interest Group (iMig) Conference, the preeminent “must attend” meeting for anyone interested in the research and treatment of mesothelioma. The theme for this iMig is “Fostering Global Collaborations” and we are very excited to reveal two additions to the traditional format to assure this theme is impactful. 

The first is elevation of the poster format.  Understanding that posters often present the most cutting-edge research, there will be dedicated sessions for numerous rapid fire mini oral presentations of the most exciting posters.  These sessions are designed to give the presenters more robust access to the international community and to stimulate discussions not possible with a standard poster viewing.

The second exciting announcement is that the culmination of this iMig conference will be the generation of two international collaborative projects, one translational and one clinical.  Prior to the conference you will have the opportunity to join a working group, led by internationally acclaimed experts, to start brainstorming and collaborating on a project.  Both working groups will have designated sessions each morning of the meeting, and the conference will conclude with the keynote address followed by the presentation of both projects.  This is an opportunity for you to work hand in hand with world leaders in the field and to both generate and participate in an international project that will make a difference.

We have secured an ideal venue for this iMig, the Downtown Marriott, in the heart of Center City Philadelphia.  The hotel is within minutes of innumerable dining, entertainment, and cultural offerings.  History buffs will love the easy walk to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, and the hotel is next door to Reading Terminal, a historic public market with over 75 family-owned eateries to meet any taste.  Convenience and relaxation will be maximized with the meeting and renovated hotel rooms all under the same roof. This iMig promises to embrace and expand the “friends and family” nature we have come to expect from this world class conference, making it an ideal opportunity to bring spouses and children to create memories in the City of Brotherly Love.  There is convenient public transportation for daytrips to New York City and Washington DC, and there are flights from Philadelphia International Airport to essentially every location United States.

iMig 2025 – come join us for this exciting, educational, and fun meeting!

Joseph Friedberg - iMig 2025 Committee

Joseph Friedberg
Thoracic Surgery

Melissa J Cullingan - iMig 2025 Committee

Melissa J Culligan
Thoracic Surgery Nursing

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