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Suppressing Neuroinflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases – Cell Therapy of Immune-mediated Dysfunction
VirtualNeuroinflammation is a major driving force in the pathophysiology of the neurodegenerative diseases ALS and Alzheimer Disease. Such neuroinflammation is characterized by alterations of the immune system - primarily the presence of pro-inflammatory macrophages and microglia, as well as dysfunctional regulatory T-lymphocytes (known as Tregs). Together these promote neuronal degeneration and contribute significantly to the […]
ALS Learning Series: Talking with Children about ALS
VirtualFeaturing Melinda Kavanaugh, PhD, MSW, LCSW, Associate Professor, Social Work and Director in Social Welfare at the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Despite the growing focus on people living with ALS and their adult caregivers, children and youth caregivers, or “young caregivers,” remain the most hidden […]
HEALEY ALS Platform Trial Q&A
VirtualJoin us for a HEALEY ALS Platform Trial Q&A Our investigators and study team will be available to answer any and all questions that the you might have about the trial. https://t.co/M1rpdzRw05
ALS Drug Development Webinar Series Part 1: Scientific Considerations
VirtualAnnouncing a new NEALS webinar series on ALS drug development moderated by Dr. Richard Bedlack from the Duke ALS Clinic. This series will include talks on the preclinical development of potential therapies, the regulatory pathway, the science of trials, the clinical trial site level overview, and the importance of patient engagement. In this installment of […]
Les Turner ALS Learning Series: Grief and Loss in Children and Youth in Families Living with ALS
VirtualOur March webinar focused on talking with children about ALS. In April, we shift the discussion to how children cope with grief and loss. This webinar integrates Dr. Kavanaugh’s clinical expertise and many years of research with children and youth in families with neurological disorders, to guide families in starting the conversation about death and […]
ALS Drug Development Webinar Series Part 2: Regulatory Considerations
VirtualJoin us for the second installment of the NEALS webinar series on ALS drug development moderated by Dr. Jinsy Andrews from Columbia University. This series will include talks on the preclinical development of potential therapies, the regulatory pathway, the science of trials, the clinical trial site level overview, and the importance of patient engagement. In […]
EverythingALS webinar Assistive Technology for Communication, A Spectrum of Options
VirtualThis is bimonthly event
Project ALS Hosts: Women & The Brain
VirtualSAVE THE DATE Women & The Brain: Thursday, April 22nd, time TBD