29th Annual SoCal Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference

Trials Today, Treatments Tomorrow

About the Conference:

Negative headlines about drug “failures” and “flops” for Alzheimer’s disease litter the media. But every clinical trial, whether the drug is effective or not, brings answers and ideas moving researchers closer to solutions. At this conference, you’ll learn about important findings from past trials, current trials of promising new treatments, and what it’s going to take to find successful treatments for the most urgent health problem we face as a society today.

The Annual Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference is hosted by the UC Irvine Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) in partnership with Alzheimer’s Orange County. Reaching a diverse audience of over 400 healthcare professionals, aging service providers, family caregivers, students, and researchers, the conference brings together internationally renowned experts to address our nation’s progress in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia.

Earlybird pricing ended August 1st. 2018

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Agenda

7:30 – 8:15 Registration, Breakfast, and Resource Fair

8:15 – 8:30 Welcome

• Frank LaFerla, Ph.D., University of California, Irvine
• Jim McAleer, MPA, Alzheimer’s Orange County
• Joshua Grill, Ph.D., University of California, Irvine

8:30 – 9:15 What We’ve Learned and Where We’re Going

• Jeffrey Cummings, MD, Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health

9:15 – 10:00 How Clinical Trials Work

• Daniel Gillen, Ph.D., University of California, Irvine

10:00 – 10:30 Resource Fair and Coffee Break

10:30 – 11:15 Clinical Trials for Behavioral Symptoms

• Constantine Lyketsos, MD, MHS, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

11:15 – 12:00 Clinical Trials of Dietary Interventions

• Martha Clare Morris, ScD, Rush University Medical Center

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch

1:00– 2:00 How to Choose a Clinical Trial: Research Participant Panel

• Moderator: Joshua Grill, Ph.D., University of California, Irvine

2:00 – 2:30 Resource Fair and Coffee Break

2:30 – 3:15 Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention Clinical Trials

• Mary Sano, Ph.D., Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai

3:15 – 4:00 Redefining Alzheimer’s Disease: The Role of Clinical Trials

• Jason Karlawish, MD, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

4:00 Close

CEUs:

Questions? Email conference@alzoc.org or call (949) 757-3720 x 3733. For course/instructor details, CE approvals, & policies on accommodating a disability, reporting a grievance, & requesting a refund, please visit this link: www.alzoc.org/2018RCCE

FAQs

Where do I park for the event and how much is parking?

Your ticket includes parking validation, you will be provided with a parking sticker at registration. Please bring your ticket to the registration window. Be sure to park in Irvine Marriott Hotel designated parking ONLY. Cars parked in lots or structures of other businesses will not be validated.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

If you have any questions regarding general registration, please contact us at conference@alzoc.org and if you have any questions pertaining to exhibitors please email kleinkm@uci.edu

What’s the refund policy?

Cancellation Policy: Attendees can receive refunds up to 7 days before the event start date.Last day for refund September 14, 2018. Registration refunds must be requested before September 14, 2018. No refunds will be given for any cancellations received after this date. A $25 administrative charge will apply to all cancellations. For questions, or to request a refund, e-mail or call: conference@alzoc.org or (949) 757-3720 x 3733.

No half-day registrations or partial CEUs will be provided.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, please bring your ticket to the event to speed up the check-in process. Professionals requiring CEUs will need to register at the Professional Registration table, be sure to have your license number available.