ASPEN Nutrition Science & Practice Conference 2027
Event Date
February 13–16, 2027
Location
Chicago, IL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe ASPEN Nutrition Science & Practice Conference (ASPEN27) is the annual clinical nutrition meeting of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition. The conference offers opportunities to share your research and expertise, apply for grants, and be recognized as a leader in clinical nutrition. It is designed as an interprofessional event, welcoming physicians, dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, advanced practitioners, early-career professionals, students, and industry representatives.
ASPEN27 provides the latest evidence-based knowledge and skills to incorporate optimal nutrition into patient treatment plans. Attendees can expect cutting-edge research, evidence-based clinical updates, and product and industry innovations, alongside a robust exhibit hall and poster sessions. Participation in the full conference allows an individual to claim up to 19.5 contact hours, with preconference courses and workshops adding a minimum of 5 additional contact hours.
The meeting is offered in both in-person and virtual formats, making it accessible to a global audience of nutrition support clinicians. With sessions spanning parenteral and enteral nutrition, malnutrition, critical care, and pediatric nutrition, it is a leading destination for professionals seeking to advance their practice and network with peers worldwide.
Show Highlights
- Top reasons to attend: professional growth, cutting-edge research, product and industry innovations, and evidence-based clinical updates.
- ASPEN Expo & Opening Reception: Full registration includes an invitation to the ASPEN Expo Opening Reception on Saturday, February 13, plus entry to the ASPEN Expo and Posters.
- Poster sessions with "poster professors": Poster professors guide attendees through the posters and engage with presenters through group discussions about the research being presented, with a professor for each topic area.
- Research poster topics include: Parenteral Nutrition Therapy; Enteral Nutrition Therapy; Malnutrition and Nutrition Assessment; Critical Care and Critical Health Issues; GI, Obesity, Metabolic, and Other Nutrition-Related Concepts; and Pediatric, Neonatal, Pregnancy, and Lactation.
- Preconference courses and workshops: Offered both in person and virtually for an additional fee.
- Physician course: Designed for physicians, but all healthcare providers are welcome, though continuing education credit is provided only for physicians.
Registration
Registration is available online, by mail or fax, and on-site. Registration types include Physician (MD, DO, DVM, or non-healthcare/industry professional), Professional (RD, RN, RPh/PharmD, PhD, NP, PA, or other health professional), Early Career (within five years of licensure or in training), and Student (full-time student at an accredited institution).
Key points:
- Membership is not required to attend, but significant registration discounts are available to ASPEN members.
- Full-time students and trainee/early-career individuals within five years of receiving their license receive a discounted rate, with proof of status required.
- Pass types: full (main) conference, daily conference, and preconference course-only registrations, available in-person or virtual. Daily registration is only valid for one day; to attend more than one day, purchase a full conference registration.
- You may register online or on-site after the conference has started.
- Cancellations: All cancellation requests must be sent in writing to the ASPEN national office via email, fax, or standard mail; telephone requests are not accepted.
History
The conference is presented by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN). It is offered from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, an organization dedicated to improving patient care. ASPEN is headquartered at 8401 Colesville Road, Suite 510, Silver Spring, MD. The 2027 edition is branded ASPEN27 and continues the society's long-running annual tradition of interprofessional clinical nutrition education. (Specific founding year and historical growth milestones were not stated on the official conference website.)
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is ASPEN27 being held?
The ASPEN 2027 Nutrition Science & Practice Conference (ASPEN27) will be held February 13–16, 2027, in Chicago, Illinois, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The conference is offered in both in-person and virtual formats.
Do I have to be an ASPEN member to attend?
No, membership is not required to attend. However, significant registration discounts are available to ASPEN members, and you can join at the time of registration to receive the member discount.
Who should attend the conference?
The conference is designed for an interprofessional audience, including physicians, dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, advanced practitioners, early-career professionals, and students. Registration categories are tailored to physicians, other health professionals, early-career attendees, and full-time students.
How many continuing education credits can I earn?
Participation in the full conference (in-person or virtual) allows you to claim up to 19.5 contact hours. Preconference courses and workshops allow a minimum of 5 additional contact hours, depending on the course, and CE credit is available to physicians, dietitians, nurses, and pharmacists.
Where should I stay, and how do I get there?
The official conference hotel is the Hyatt Regency Chicago at 151 E Wacker Dr, with a negotiated ASPEN rate of $219/night plus taxes and the daily destination fee waived. The hotel is downtown near The Loop and is about 30–45 minutes from both O'Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) airports, with CTA train service available from both.
From the blog
Recent guides and industry insights for exhibitors and planners.
August 6, 2026Trade Show Lead Capture: What Actually Works
Why scan counts mislead, the three questions that qualify a visitor in thirty seconds, and the 48-hour follow-up window where trade show ROI is won or lost.
Read more
July 30, 2026Drayage Explained: The Trade Show Cost Nobody Warns You About
What material handling actually pays for, why it is billed per hundredweight, the surcharges that double estimates, and six decisions that genuinely reduce it.
Read more
July 23, 2026How to Choose the Right Trade Show for Your Business
Attendance numbers are close to useless on their own. Five questions that tell you whether a show will work, and how to build a portfolio instead of a list.
Read more
July 16, 2026The 12-Month Trade Show Planning Timeline
Every deadline that matters, counted backwards from show open — including the advance-order deadline that saves 20–40% and the 48-hour window that decides your ROI.
Read more
July 9, 2026Trade Show Booth Sizes Explained: 10x10 to Island
What each booth size actually gives you, the height and setback rules that catch first-timers, and how to size a booth from your staffing rather than your budget.
Read more
July 2, 2026What Does It Actually Cost to Exhibit at a Trade Show?
A line-by-line breakdown of the nine costs of exhibiting — including drayage and staff time, the two that blow up budgets and never appear in the quote.
Read more
June 10, 2026Top Trade Shows in Las Vegas in 2026
A guide to the biggest trade shows and exhibitor opportunities in Las Vegas through 2026 — dates, industries, exhibitor counts, and what each show is best for.
Read more- September 2, 2025tradeshows.fyi
Trade Shows Demystified: Your Ultimate Guide to Exhibiting, Attending, and Everything in Between
Introduction to Trade Shows Trade shows serve as significant events in various sectors, acting as a focal point
Read on tradeshows.fyi 
November 14, 2024tradeshows.fyi10 Essential Tips for Successfully Attending Trade Shows
10 Essential Tips for Attending Trade Shows Attending trade shows offers a unique platform to showcase products, network,
Read on tradeshows.fyi- November 13, 2024tradeshows.fyi
The Ultimate Trade Show Exhibitor Checklist: Planning, Preparation, and Execution
Trade Show Exhibiting Checklist Trade shows present a unique opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their products, network with
Read on tradeshows.fyi
Advertisement