50 Years of Innovation Meets Southern Hospitality

For the first time in its history, the legendary Evergreen Phage Meeting is coming to Knoxville, Tennessee! This milestone event marks a new era of accessibility, collaboration, and scientific breakthroughs.

📅 August 3-8, 2025 | Knoxville, TN

Organized by the Global Phage Community

Led by Ria Kaelin (Phagebiotics) & Tom Denes (UT Knoxville) in collaboration with PhageDirectory

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Honoring Dr. Betty Kutter

This year, we celebrate not just the future of phage science but also the extraordinary legacy of Dr. Betty Kutter. After more than 50 years of groundbreaking research and mentorship, Betty has transitioned to Emeritus Leader—but her impact endures.

Evergreen wouldn’t exist without her vision, dedication, and passion. Join us as we honor Betty and the pioneers who shaped phage science, ensuring their legacy continues to inspire future generations.

🌟 The Legacy Gala Dinner | August 6

A special evening at The Press Room dedicated to the greats of phage biology.

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A Conference Like No Other

🔬 Cutting-Edge Scientific Program

• Intensive workshops with field leaders

• Poster sessions designed for collaboration

• Dynamic talks & pop-up discussions

• Real-time problem-solving sessions

🎬 Unforgettable Community Events

• Film Screening — Last Chance to Save a Life (IMDB) + Panel Discussion | August 4 | Bijou Theater (est. 1909)

• Unconferencing – Pop Up Connections, Stay Tuned 😃

🎟 Your All-Access Registration Includes

5 Days of Great Phage Science Sunday - Thursday AUG 3 - 8, 2025

• Full Scientific Program (Mon - Thur)

• Workshops (Sunday)
• Dr. Ramy Aziz - Phage Genomics in an AI era
• Dr. Tobi Nagel - Phages For Global Health
• More to come- Stay Tuned!

Meals & Refreshments

• Breakfast Grab Bag -(Mon–Thur) Breakfast option for your hotel stay

• Daily Lunch (Sun–Thurs) + Coffee, Tea & Snacks

• Gala Dinner (Wednesday Night)

• Two Poster Sessions – (Tue & Thur) Apps, Wine & Cheese + Ice Cream Social

Extras

• Evergreen 2025 T-shirt & Sticker

• Phage Film Night – (Monday) Movie ticket included

• Digital Abstract Book

• Hotel-to-Conference Transportation

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Affordable & Accessible

We’re committed to making Evergreen 2025 inclusive & budget-friendly with:

✔️ Discounted hotel rates & room-sharing coordination

✔️ Complimentary transportation & walkable downtown access

✔️ Maximized value with meals, networking, and scientific engagement

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Be Part of History

Evergreen aims to be more than just a conference—it strives to foster a community, build a lasting legacy, and contribute to the future of phage science. 🚀 Join us in Knoxville.

Questions? Contact us—we’re here to help. info@phagebiotics.org

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🔗 Register Now & Shape the Future of Phage Science

The next chapter of phage science is being written—your voice belongs in it.

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Abstracts

This year we are focusing on the following tracks:

Phage Biology, Evolution, Ecology, and Therapeutics: Continuing the core tracks that built Evergreen’s legacy

Diagnostics: Phage-based tools for infection detection and microbiome analysis.

Regulation & Policy: Navigating the evolving landscape of phage therapy approvals and global standards.

Biomanufacturing & Scale-Up: Bridging research and industry to bring phage-based products to market.

From Classroom to Career: Connecting students, postdocs, and industry leaders to foster professional growth.

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Please submit your abstract as soon as possible, as they are accepted on a rolling basis.

If you need a Visa Letter, you must submit your abstract before requesting a visa letter!

All abstracts have a 4,000 character limit for the body of the abstract. Brevity is the soul of wit.

Abstract Deadlines:

• Oral Presentations are due June 9th 2025

• Posters are due June 27th 2025

• Poster sizes: are 24×36 inches (60.96cm×91.44cm) (yes, they are smaller than normal!), and can be printed in Knoxville for $35 with tax. Matte paper type with no lamination and no mounting is preferred. Upload your posters to be printed here: https://local.fedex.com/en-us/tn/knoxville/office-0501 by July 31, and we will pick them up and have them ready for you by check-in.

• Double check that your selected address is: 2010 Cumberland Ave. Suite 4 Knoxville, TN 37916 Please indicate for in-store pickup: Phagebiotics or Dan Bryan

Pricing

For groups of 5 or more, email Ria at ria@phagebiotics.org for a group discount!

Hotel Pricing

Marriott Discount link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1741788650055&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink

Hilton Discount link: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=KNXKHHF&arrivalDate=2025-08-03&departureDate=2025-08-09&groupCode=PHAGE&room1NumAdults=1&cid=OM%2CWW%2CHILTONLINK%2CEN%2CDirectLin

Interested in volunteering?

Please reach out to Ria at ria@phagebiotics.org

Find bugs in the website? Contact Jan at jan@phage.directory