Alzheimer's Fast Track 2024
More than 60 scientists from all career stages gathered to discuss critical topics in the field of Alzheimer’s disease research at BrightFocus Foundation’s 16th annual Alzheimer’s Fast Track, held Oct. 2-4 in Chicago, IL.

About Alzheimer’s Fast Track
Learn from experts in the field of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias at the Alzheimer’s Fast Track workshop. Designed for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other early-career scientists focused on Alzheimer’s disease research, this immersive learning experience will accelerate your knowledge, expertise, and visibility in this exciting field.

2024 Event Details
October 2-4, 2024
Chicago, Illinois
Official pre-meeting to Society for Neuroscience
Contact researchgrants@brightfocus.org with questions.
Co-Chairs

Frank LaFerla, PhD
University of California, Irvine

Cynthia Lemere, PhD
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School

Sharyn Rossi, PhD
BrightFocus Foundation

Harry Steinbusch, PhD
Maastricht University,
The Netherlands
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