Resuscitation Science Symposium - American Heart Association 2026
Event Date
November 7–8, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Resuscitation Science Symposium (ReSS) is the American Heart Association's premier annual forum dedicated to cardiopulmonary arrest, resuscitation science, and emergency cardiovascular care. The symposium brings together critical care, emergency, and cardiovascular professionals to explore the latest breakthroughs in CPR, cardiac arrest, and emergency response, with high-impact science, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a focus on real-world implementation.
Resuscitation clinicians and researchers participate in discussions on recent advances to treating cardiopulmonary arrest and life-threatening traumatic injury. ReSS provides a unique opportunity for transdisciplinary interactions that rapidly translate advances in the resuscitation field from fundamental to translational to clinical to population science. The meeting covers both adult and pediatric resuscitation and CPR quality improvement.
ReSS is an international forum aimed at clinicians, researchers, and other health care professionals focused on cardiopulmonary arrest, emergency cardiovascular care, and CPR quality improvement. Attendees join multidisciplinary discussions on the latest in resuscitation science and practice implementation in emergency settings, building their network and knowledge by engaging with critical care and emergency professionals. Held alongside AHA Scientific Sessions, it is especially valuable for those building a career in emergency cardiovascular care.
Show Highlights
- Late-Breaking Resuscitation Science presentations showcasing novel, practice-changing research.
- All accepted abstracts are scheduled as either oral or poster presentations.
- ReSS Best of the Best Abstract Awards and Early Career Investigator Awards for top-scoring abstracts. The Best of the Best Awards recognize the top-scoring abstracts submitted to the symposium, while the Early Career Investigator Awards honor top abstracts in both cardiac and trauma resuscitation science.
- Coverage of both adult and pediatric CPR, cardiac arrest, and life-threatening traumatic injury.
- Networking events including a Welcome Reception and the Council on Cardiopulmonary, Critical Care, Perioperative and Resuscitation (3CPR) Reception.
- Selected sessions are available through Scientific Sessions OnDemand, which Professional Members who register for ReSS26 or Scientific Sessions26 receive as a member benefit.
Registration
Register online through the official American Heart Association registration portal. Pricing varies by membership status and registration window.
Sample AHA Professional Member rates for ReSS26: a registrant must be an active member of the American Heart Association at registration, with membership paid through the time of the meeting, to qualify for the discounted member rates. General Professional Member registration ranges from $1,049 (Early Bird) to $1,349 (Standard), with a Virtual option at $599. Early Career and Student/Trainee Member rates run $379–$479 (in-person) or $299 (virtual).
Sample Nonmember rates: General Nonmember $1,199 (Early Bird) to $1,499 (Standard), with a $699 virtual option; Early Career and Student/Trainee Nonmembers $499–$629.
Key registration deadlines:
- August 10, 2026 — last day for Early Bird registration discount.
- September 21, 2026 — last day for Advance registration discount.
- September 22, 2026 — Standard registration rates apply.
The presenting author of an accepted abstract must register for the meeting.
History
The Resuscitation Science Symposium is organized by the American Heart Association as a companion meeting to its flagship Scientific Sessions. ReSS is positioned as a forum for transdisciplinary interactions that rapidly translate advances in the resuscitation field from fundamental to translational to clinical to population science. The meeting rotates among major U.S. convention cities; recent editions include New Orleans in 2025, with the 2026 symposium held in Chicago. Specific founding-year details were not stated on the official sources reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Resuscitation Science Symposium 2026 held?
ReSS 2026 takes place November 7–8, 2026, at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. A virtual attendance option is also available.
Who should attend the Resuscitation Science Symposium?
The symposium is designed for clinicians, researchers, and health care professionals focused on cardiopulmonary arrest, resuscitation science, emergency cardiovascular care, and CPR quality improvement. It is also well suited to those building a career in emergency cardiovascular care.
How do I register and what does it cost?
Registration is online through the American Heart Association's official portal. Rates vary by membership status and timing, with AHA Professional Member general rates from $1,049 (Early Bird) to $1,349 (Standard) and a $599 virtual option; discounted Early Career and Student/Trainee rates are also available. Early Bird pricing ends August 10, 2026, and Standard rates begin September 22, 2026.
What makes ReSS worth attending?
ReSS brings together critical care, emergency, and cardiovascular professionals to explore the latest breakthroughs in CPR, cardiac arrest, and emergency response. Attendees gain access to high-impact late-breaking science, abstract presentations, award programs, and strong multidisciplinary networking, plus selected sessions on Scientific Sessions OnDemand as a member benefit.
How do I get to McCormick Place and where can I stay?
McCormick Place is about 20 miles from O'Hare (ORD) and 9 miles from Midway (MDW), and is served by CTA buses and 'L' trains as well as a Metra station in the South Building. The AHA offers an official hotel block with complimentary shuttles departing about every 20 minutes; connected and walkable options include the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place and Marriott Marquis Chicago. Book by October 11, 2026, for the best rates.
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