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The American Embryo Transfer Association (AETA) is excited to welcome returning and new attendees to an in-person joint convention with CETA/ACTE from October 16-18, 2025 at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in Reno, NV!
Hotel Information
AETA and CETA/ACTE do not affiliate with anyone that conducts telephone or email solicitations for booking hotels and do not recommend that you make hotel reservations with any of those groups.
Please make your hotel reservation directly with the Silver Legacy Resort.
Book now
The 2025 AETA-CETA/ACTE Joint Annual Convention will be held at the Silver Legacy Resort Casino in Reno, NV.
Silver Legacy Resort Casino
407 N Virginia St,
Reno, NV 89501
The convention room rate is $149.00 USD for a standard room. This rate applies to reservations made on or before Thursday, September 25th, 2025. After this date, reservations will only be accepted upon availability. The convention rate will not apply to reservations made after Thursday, September 25th, 2025.
Book your reservation by calling (775) 329-4777 and refer to the « AETA & CETA/ACTE » room block. Online link available now.
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All room reservations must be made on or before Thursday, September 25th, 2025 to receive the group room rate.
Registration Information
Coming soon!
Exciting Lineup Takes Shape for #AETA2025
We’re thrilled to announce our tentative speaker roster and session topics for the upcoming 2025 AETA & CETA/ACTE Joint Annual Convention! This year’s program promises to deliver exceptional value with cutting-edge presentations from industry leaders and practical insights for practitioners at all levels.
- AETA Recertification Session
- Preconference Seminar I: Back to Basics—Applying Bovine ART Fundamentals to Everyday Scenarios
Session Chairs: Dr. Kent Bindl (AETA Vice President) and Dr. Justin Kristjansson (CETA/ACTE Executive Member and Convention Committee Chair)
- Preconference Seminar II: Small Ruminant Embryo Transfer
Presented by Dr. Lynn Tait (OC Flock Management Inc.)
- Session 1: Shaping Generations—Fetal Programming Effects of Late-Gestation Heat Stress
Presented by Dr. Jimena Laporta (University of Wisconsin–Madison)
- Session 2: Neonatal Lung Ultrasound
This session will cover utilizing thoracic ultrasound to diagnose and treat respiratory disease in assisted reproductive technology (ART) offspring, future donors, and future recipients, and to prescreen before laparoscopic ovum pickup.
Presented by Dr. Eric Rooker (Dairy Doctors)
- AETA Certification Session
Chaired by Dr. Clay Breiner (AETA Certification Committee Chair)
- Student/Technician Sessions: New in 2025! Sessions on Friday AND Saturday!
- Session 3: Preventing Burnout
Presented by Dr. Erick Rooker (Dairy Doctors)
This session will focus on enhancing a growth mindset among team members to reduce turnover and create a flourishing work environment.
- Session 4: Equine ART
Presented by Dr. Jenn Hatzel (Colorado State University)
- Session 5: Multistate Practice—Navigating a Small Ruminant and Cervid ART Practice
Presented by Dr. Dustin Davis (Dynamic Concept Services)
- Session 6: Novel Insights on Precision in Estrus Detection to Increase Pregnancy by Embryo Transfer in Beef Cows
Presented by Dr. Cecilia Rocha (University of Missouri)
- Session 7: Effects of Semen Quality on ART
Presented by Dr. Joseph C. Dalton (University of Idaho)
- Session 8: Practitioner Forum and Roundtable—Victories and Pitfalls of Setting Up and Operating an IVF Lab
Presented by Dr. Greg Schueller (Sunshine Genetics)
- Session 9: Biosecurity for Busy Practitioners—Protecting Your Clients and Livelihoods
Presented by Dr. Danielle Bickett-Weddle (Preventalytics)
The full program is coming soon, but we promise plenty of networking and social events in addition to our elite scientific sessions. Bookmark the AETA 2025 Convention program webpage for the latest information!
Abstract Submission
Call for Abstracts
Abstract Submission Deadline
11:59pm CT on July 31, 2025
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General Abstract Information
Exhibits and Sponsorships
Exhibitor and Sponsor Application
Exhibit Booth Information
Tentative Set-Up and Tear-Down
Set-Up: Thursday from 12:00pm-5:00pm
Tear-Down: Saturday, starting as early as 1:00pm or as late as 3:30pm
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Scholarship Information
Student Scholarships Now LIVE!
We’re excited to announce that student scholarships are now available! If you’re looking to support your academic journey, be sure to submit your application before August 2, 2025.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to fund your education. Apply today!
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