
Society of Toxicology - SOT ToxExpo 2027
Event Date
March 14–17, 2027
Location
San Antonio, TX
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo is the flagship scientific conference of the Society of Toxicology (SOT), and the 2027 edition marks the organization's 66th Annual Meeting. The meeting features four days of Continuing Education courses, sessions, posters, exhibits, and social events, concluding the evening of Wednesday, March 17. It brings together thousands of scientists and researchers for a preeminent toxicology conference in San Antonio, Texas.
The event draws toxicologists and allied professionals from academia, government, and industry worldwide. SOT is preparing to welcome thousands of toxicologists from around the world to San Antonio for its 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo. Attendees include researchers, students and postdocs, regulatory scientists, drug developers, and laboratory professionals.
Alongside the scientific program runs the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall. The ToxExpo Exhibit Hall features companies and organizations that support toxicologists and the toxicology community. The meeting is worth attending for its cutting-edge science, extensive continuing education, robust networking, and career-development programming, making it a central annual gathering for the global toxicology field.
Show Highlights
Key features of the 2027 program include:
- Featured and Scientific Sessions exploring the latest toxicology science (begin Monday, March 15). Sessions are recorded for on-demand viewing after the meeting; no sessions are livestreamed.
- Continuing Education (CE) courses, all held on Sunday, March 14, open to all registrants for an additional fee.
- Poster Sessions and the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall, both beginning Monday, March 15.
- Exhibitor-Hosted Sessions and special events open to attendees.
- Signature social and networking events including the Welcome Reception, Awards Ceremony, and Tox ShowDown.
- Career and trainee programming such as NetworX Night, the Career Advancement Breakfast, Speed Informational Interviews, and the Student/Postdoctoral Scholar Mixer.
The 2027 event includes exciting changes, such as new session types and lengths, alongside traditional meeting highlights. On Tuesday afternoon, the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall hosts an enhanced refreshment break with networking, mentoring, Poster Session presentations, and exhibit booth visits.
Attendance
The official SOT website describes the meeting as drawing thousands of attendees, noting it will join thousands of scientists and researchers for a preeminent toxicology conference. A specific verified headcount for the 2027 meeting has not been published.
Registration
Registration is completed through the SOT Online Registration System, with mail, fax, and on-site options also available (no phone registrations accepted).
2027 registration fee tiers (per registration deadline):
- SOT Member: $545 early-bird (by Jan. 22), $610 standard (Jan. 23–Feb. 19), $670 final (after Feb. 19)
- Nonmember: $940 / $1,005 / $1,070
- SOT Retired/Emeritus Member: $175 / $235 / $285
- SOT Postdoctoral Member: $125 / $175 / $225
- Postdoctoral Nonmember: $225 / $285 / $335
- SOT Graduate Student Member: $105 / $155 / $205
- Graduate Student Nonmember: $185 / $235 / $295
- Undergraduate Student: $0 (student ID required)
Key deadlines: Early-bird pricing ends January 22, 2027; standard pricing runs January 23 to February 19. Cancellation/refund requests must be received in writing by February 19, 2027 (a $50 fee applies). The abstract submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Faxed and mailed registrations are accepted until March 11, and online registration remains open until March 17. All attendees must visit Registration on arrival to pick up their badge.
History
The 2027 meeting is the Society of Toxicology's 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo, reflecting a long-running annual tradition organized by SOT. It is a four-day event organized by SOT — Society of Toxicology. The meeting rotates among major US convention cities, and in 2027 it returns to San Antonio, Texas. A full founding-year history was not confirmed from the sources reviewed.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo?
The SOT 66th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo takes place March 14–17, 2027, at the Henry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205. The meeting concludes the evening of Wednesday, March 17, with only satellite meetings on Thursday, March 18.
Who should attend the SOT Annual Meeting and ToxExpo?
The meeting is intended for toxicologists and scientists from academia, government, and industry, including researchers, regulatory professionals, drug developers, laboratory suppliers, and students and postdocs. Thousands of scientists and researchers from around the world attend each year.
How much does registration cost and how do I register?
You can register online, by mail, or by fax. Early-bird rates (by January 22) start at $545 for SOT members and $940 for nonmembers, with undergraduate students registering free with a valid student ID. Standard and final rates apply after the early-bird deadline.
What is included with meeting registration?
Registration includes Featured and Scientific Sessions, Poster Sessions, entry to the ToxExpo Exhibit Hall, Exhibitor-Hosted Sessions, and special events such as the Welcome Reception, Awards Ceremony, and Tox ShowDown. Continuing Education courses and certain networking events require an additional fee.
Where should I stay and how do I book a hotel?
SOT has negotiated discounted rates at many hotels near the convention center in downtown San Antonio. Reservations should be made through Connections Housing, the only official SOT housing provider, by the February 12, 2027 deadline. Beware of unauthorized housing companies not affiliated with SOT.
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