FOCIS | Federation of Clinical Immunology Society 2026
Event Date
June 9–12, 2026
Location
San Francisco, CA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe FOCIS Annual Meeting is the flagship conference of the Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies (FOCIS), billed by the organization as "THE meeting in translational immunology." It brings together leading clinicians and researchers to share the latest breakthroughs across immune-mediated diseases, with a focus on molecular pathways and their implications in human disease. The 2026 edition takes place June 9–12, 2026 at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, CA.
The meeting is designed for immunology researchers, clinicians, trainees, and industry professionals working across autoimmunity, oncology, infectious disease, transplantation, and related fields. Its cross-disciplinary format encourages attendees to share knowledge across traditional disease borders and identify commonalities between treatments and therapies.
With more than 20 scientific sessions, keynote lectures, plenary and thematic symposia, oral abstract sessions, member society symposia, and a dedicated poster and exhibit area (the Discovery Center), FOCIS offers the latest science, fresh perspectives, and access to a global network of immunology leaders. Optional pre-meeting FOCISed courses further deepen training in specialized topics.
Show Highlights
- Keynote lectures from leading immunology researchers and clinicians.
- More than 20 scientific sessions, including plenary sessions, thematic symposia, oral abstract sessions, and industry and partner sessions.
- The Discovery Center — the newly named poster and exhibit hall — with evening networking receptions featuring hors d'oeuvres and wine on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
- Member Society Symposia integrated into the full program, allowing partner societies to showcase their research.
- FOCISed Pre-Meeting Courses (June 8–9), including the Clinical Immunology Course, Systems Immunology Course, and the Multiparameter Immunophenotyping (Flow Cytometry) Course.
- Networking opportunities, including a members-only lounge and a special Member Reception on Wednesday evening.
- The 2026 Scientific Program Committee is chaired by Megan Cooper, MD, PhD (Washington University in St. Louis), with Antonio La Cava, MD, PhD (UCLA) serving as Co-Chair.
Registration
Online registration is open and can be completed through the FOCIS member/event website. Rates vary by membership status (Member, Non-Member, or Enhanced), attendee category (Trainee, Regular, Industry), and timing.
Registration tiers (Member):
- Trainee: $235 advance / $275 late / $345 onsite
- Regular: $670 advance / $715 late / $875 onsite
- Industry: $870 advance / $925 late / $1,120 onsite
Registration tiers (Non-Member):
- Trainee: $345 advance / $390 late / $465 onsite
- Regular: $900 advance / $945 late / $1,125 onsite
- Industry: $1,165 advance / $1,225 late / $1,425 onsite
Enhanced Registration bundles meeting access with FOCIS membership through December 31, 2026. A Guest rate of $50 covers social events only (no scientific sessions).
Key deadlines:
- Advance pricing ends April 24, 2026
- Late pricing: April 25 – June 1, 2026
- Online registration closes June 1, 2026
- Onsite registration available June 8–12, 2026
Group registration reduces fees by $50 per person for groups of three or more from the same organization. FOCISed pre-meeting courses require separate registration and fees. Refunds (less a $30 administrative fee) may be requested in writing before May 1, 2026. Note: CME credit is not offered for FOCIS 2026, though certificates of attendance are available on request after completing the post-meeting evaluation.
Venue & Travel
Venue
San Francisco Marriott Marquis
780 Mission St
The San Francisco Marriott Marquis serves as both the headquarters hotel and the meeting venue for FOCIS 2026. It is centrally located in downtown San Francisco. The Discovery Center (exhibit hall) is located in Salon 9, and the property includes an on-site FedEx Office (on the B2 level) offering poster printing services to presenters.
Parking
On-site valet parking at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis (rates subject to change):
- Daily rate: $91.20
- Oversized vehicles: additional $11.50
- Valet is the only on-site option, available overnight with limited spaces.
Nearby public parking: The closest public garage is the Fifth & Mission / Yerba Buena Garage, about a block from the hotel (between 4th and 5th Streets, 7 stories). Enter via Minna Street (the Minna Street entrance closes daily after 8 PM; use Mission Street after that time). Rates (subject to change): $5/hour, $38 up to 12 hours, $44 up to 24 hours.
Getting There
Airports: San Francisco is served by San Francisco International (SFO) and Oakland International (OAK).
- BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit): From SFO or OAK, take BART to the 4th & Market Station, one block from the hotel entrance. Travel time is roughly 20–35 minutes from SFO and 35–45 minutes from OAK.
- Rideshare & taxis: Uber, Lyft, Waymo, and taxis are readily available at both airports.
- Shuttles & private cars: Multiple shuttle and private car services operate between the airports and downtown; advance reservations are recommended.
- MUNI (San Francisco Municipal Railway): The hotel is near MUNI bus and light rail lines for getting around the city.
Airline discounts: FOCIS 2026 offers travel discounts through Delta (Meeting Event Code NY4DT), Air Canada (promotion code CA7EXEJ1), and Southwest via SWABIZ.
Nearby Hotels
The San Francisco Marriott Marquis (780 Mission St) is the official headquarters hotel and the meeting venue. The FOCIS room block offered a Regular Rate of $359.00/night plus taxes and fees and a Trainee Rate of $277.00/night plus taxes and fees, though the room block has since closed. Attendees can still check availability directly through the hotel. The hotel is in the downtown/Yerba Buena district, within walking distance of Union Square, Moscone Center, and numerous other downtown San Francisco hotels.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the FOCIS 2026 Annual Meeting?
The FOCIS 2026 Annual Meeting takes place June 9–12, 2026, at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, located at 780 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103. Optional FOCISed pre-meeting courses run June 8–9.
Who should attend the FOCIS Annual Meeting?
The meeting is designed for researchers, clinicians, trainees, and industry professionals working in translational and clinical immunology across fields such as autoimmunity, oncology, infectious disease, and transplantation. Its cross-disciplinary format encourages attendees to share knowledge across traditional disease borders.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Registration is completed online through the FOCIS event website, with rates varying by membership status, attendee category, and timing. Member rates start at $235 for trainees and $670 for regular attendees at the advance rate, while non-member regular rates start at $900. Advance pricing ends April 24, 2026, and online registration closes June 1, 2026, with onsite registration available June 8–12.
What is included in my meeting registration?
All registrations include access to Member Society Symposia, plenary sessions, thematic sessions, abstract presentations, keynote sessions, and industry and partner program sessions, plus entry to the Discovery Center (poster and exhibit hall). FOCISed pre-meeting courses require separate registration and fees, and CME credit is not offered for FOCIS 2026.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
San Francisco is served by SFO and OAK airports; BART connects both to the 4th & Market Station, one block from the hotel, and rideshare, taxis, and shuttles are widely available. On-site valet parking at the Marriott Marquis is $91.20 daily, and the nearby Fifth & Mission / Yerba Buena Garage offers public parking about a block away.
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