For many young physician-scientists, the American Society for Clinical Investigation spring meetings are the backdrop to their initiation into academic medicine. Membership in the ASCI is a high honor and represents one’s maturation and accomplishment in clinical research. The ASCI continues to provide this meeting forum for young investigators who aspire to emulate their idols and mentors just as I did in 1969 when I attended the spring meetings in Atlantic City for the first time.
Anthony S. Fauci
Haddon Hall — the historic Atlantic City, New Jersey, hotel that served as the official meeting place for the ASCI annual meetings.