The Symposium is an old-school scientific meeting. The ALS topics discussed are broad and very
deep. https://www.mndassociation.org/research/international-symposium/
In the past, if anyone with ALS has chosen to attend, it has required payment of the substantial registration fee (plus a separate fee for an accompanying caregiver). Add travel and hotel expenses, and there has been a large financial barrier between people with ALS and the Symposium.
This year there is a new program to help mitigate some of the financial barriers --
This is a giant leap toward having people with ALS in the midst of some important discussions.
Anyone with ALS who is interested in the science now has a chance to be in the center of the newest science in Boston in December. This is a big meeting typically filled with big players in ALS research and with big announcements.
People with ALS are notoriously bright and high achievers. Finally, a step has been taken that can make them part of the scientific discourse.
Please apply if you have ALS and are interested in the science.
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