This interdisciplinary four-day conference is dedicated to advancing research on vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRDs).
Morning seminars, available in person or virtually, will highlight diverse topics, including glial biology, metabolic dysfunction, peripheral influences and mouse modeling. Afternoon and evening sessions are focused on hands-on workshops and trainee career development activities that include on omic approaches to study VCID, actionable priorities with regard to the creation and use of VCID models, trainee talks on their own research, and grantsmanship skills. Two keynote speakers will anchor the event, with one setting the stage for VCID research and another looking ahead to its future. Whether you attend in person or virtually, this event is designed to provide the knowledge and skills you need to drive innovation in dementia research.
Why Attend?
In-Person Experience:
- Engaging Seminars. Experts will introduce both foundational and cutting-edge VCID concepts, as well as broader topics such as human to mouse translation, the value of -omics, the responsible conduct of research and how to establish an inclusive working environment.
- Poster Sessions & Grant Proposals. Trainees will have the opportunity to present short talks or posters, gain feedback and work closely with experts in the field to develop VCID-related research proposals.
- Career Development & Collaboration. The conference schedule includes ample career development and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and enhance the experience for both early-career and senior investigators.
Virtual Access:
Can’t attend in person? Our virtual format allows you to access live-streamed morning lectures, participate in interactive Q&A sessions, and benefit from recorded content after the course.
Although virtual participants won’t have access to hands-on workshops, poster sessions, or evening events, the comprehensive online experience ensures you stay apprised of the latest advancements in VCID research.
Keynote Speakers:
Costantino Iadecola, M.D., Weill Cornell Medical College
Director of the Feil Family Brain and MInd Research Institute
Donna M. Wilcock, Ph.D., Indiana University School of Medicine
Barbara and Larry Sharpf Professor of Alzheimer's Disease Research
Professor of Neurology
Accommodation Information
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Erin McDevitt at 207-288-6659 or [email protected].
