Conferences on neurology

Top Tier Events:

• American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Annual Meeting
  (Largest global neurology conference; April in San Diego)
• European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress
  (Premiere European event; June in Helsinki)
• World Congress of Neurology (WCN)
  (Biennial global summit; October in Seoul)

Subspecialty Flagships:

• AAIC (Alzheimer's Association International Conference)
• MDS Congress (Movement Disorders Society)
• ECTRIMS (Multiple Sclerosis)
• AES Annual Meeting (Epilepsy)
• ISC (International Stroke Conference)

Key Steps:

1. Check conference website for Call for Abstracts (typically 6-12 months pre-event)
2. Prepare:

• 250-300 word abstract (structured: Background/Methods/Results/Conclusions)
• Figures/tables (if required)

1. Submission portals:

• AAN: https://www.aan.com
• EAN: https://www.ean.org

Pro Tip: Many conferences offer Young Investigator Awards for trainees!

Typical Registration Fees:

Funding Sources:

• AAN Travel Scholarships (deadline: Nov 15 annually)
• EAN Regional Training Grants (for non-European attendees)
• WFN Junior Traveling Fellowships
• University CME funds (check your institution)
• Industry support (often available for speakers)

Virtual Pros:
✓ Lower cost
✓ On-demand access
✓ No travel stress

In-Person Advantages:
✓ Hands-on workshops (e.g., EEG interpretation)
✓ Networking at poster sessions
✓ Exhibition hall access (new neurotech devices)

Hybrid Option now available at most major conferences.

Essential Checklist:

• Printed posters (if presenting; 36"x48" is standard)
• Backup USB with presentation files
• Business cards (QR code versions are trending)
• Portable charger
• Comfortable dress shoes (convention centers are huge!)
• Light jacket (session rooms are often cold)

Pro Networking Strategies:

1. Use the conference app (AAN/EAN apps have messaging features)
2. Attend "Meet the Expert" lunches (sign-up required)
3. Visit poster sessions early (less crowded)
4. Follow #NeuroTwitter for impromptu meetups
5. Connect on LinkedIn within 48 hours post-event

Top CME-Accredited Events:

• AAN (up to 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™)
• EAN (ECMEC® credits)
• Mayo Clinic Clinical Neurology Conference (40+ credits)

Verify credits match your country's requirements.

2025-2026 Hot Topics:

• AI in neuroimaging analysis
• Gene therapies for neurodegenerative diseases
• Digital neurology (telemedicine, wearables)
• Diversity in clinical trials
• Neuroinflammation biomarkers

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