120 participants across four continents gathered in London in November 2024 to mark the 20th anniversary of the discovery of PINK1 mutations linked to Parkinson’s disease. The meeting combined past discoveries in the field including historical videos of the original Sicilian PINK1 families affected with Parkinson’s to translational talks notably an update of Phase I…
Preview: Recent Advances in Young Onset Dementia
Recent Advances in Young Onset Dementia – 23 April 2025 (Hybrid, 1 day)Virtual OR Face to faceSt George’s, University of LondonCourse lead(s): Prof Peter Garrard, Dr Wei-Jia ZhangFee: From £55More details: https://www.sgul.ac.uk/study/professional-education/short-courses/young-onset-dementia Book now Since its inception in 2018, this well-established course has been communicating the latest insights into young-onset dementia to attendees drawn from a wide range of…
Preview: Management and Leadership in Neurosurgery
Management and Leadership in Neurosurgery – 6 and 7 February 2025(Face to face OR online; 2 day)St George’s, University of LondonCourse lead: Ms Meriem AmaroucheFee: From £75For more information and to register: http://www.sgul.ac.uk/management In addition to their clinical duties, neurosurgeons at all levels are expected to engage with various management and leadership roles. Long gone…
Preview: The Comorbidities of Epilepsy
A one-day course hosted by St George’s University, London, UK Course Date: 20th June 2025 Course Lead: Dr Elizabeth Galizia For more information and booking: www.sgul.ac.uk/epilepsy Epilepsy is one of the most common, chronic neurological condition in the UK. The course will offer a practical grounding in the most common comorbidities associated with epilepsy. This…
Predatory conferences
What are they and how do you spot them? Unfortunately, some organisers create predatory conferences designed simply to make money rather than further scientific endeavour. When choosing where to submit posters and abstracts, or attending as a delegate or speaker, you need to be assured of the quality of a conference. So how do you…
Head Start 2024
This meeting is organised and funded by Teva UK Limited. Views provided by speakers are their own and not necessarily shared by Teva UK Limited. Information at the meeting may discuss drug classes where Teva has a product. Prescribing information will be available at the meeting. The event is open to HCPs from the UK…
Preview: ILAE British Branch 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting
The ILAE British Branch are holding their Annual Scientific Conference at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, from 21-23 October, 2024. Please find the link below to the Conference, giving details of the programme, registration and instructions for submitting abstracts and Gowers essays. www.ilaebritishconference.org.uk Please note that the deadline date for all abstract and Gowers submissions…
Preview: Neurosurgery High Speed Drill Course
5 July 2024 (face to face) St George’s, University of London Course leads: Mr Erlick Pereira, Mrs Fay Greenway Fee: £50 More details: https://www.sgul.ac.uk/study/professional-education/short-courses/neurosurgery-high-speed-drill-course Why join the course? This one day interactive course aims to build understanding and provide hands-on experience of High Speed Drills. The candidates will learn the basic skills and techniques for…
Preview: The Comorbidities of Epilepsy Course
21 June 2024 (onsite/virtual) St George’s, University of London Course lead: Dr Marco Mula Fee: From £25 More details: www.sgul.ac.uk/study/professional-education/short-courses/comorbidities-of-epilepsy Why join the course? Epilepsy is one of the most common, chronic neurological condition in the UK. The course will offer a practical grounding in the most common comorbidities associated with epilepsy. This is an…
