Please see below for frequently asked questions about the International Symposium on ALS/MND. If you can't find an answer to your question below, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Poster and Poster Prize information
Poster presentation
Note that if there is a change in presenting author you must let us know as soon as possible by emailing abstracts@mndassociation.org. This includes instances when someone is presenting on your behalf or you are no longer able to attend.
What is the Poster Prize?
The Poster Prize is awarded to two presenting authors of the best biomedical and clinical posters. Find out more about eligibility on the Poster Prize page.
Poster dimensions
Posters should be paper size A0 (841 x 1189mm; size E by American National Standards Institute) in a portrait orientation.
Important dates
When is the abstract submission deadline?
The submission deadline for abstracts was on 5 June 2019, 23:59 UK time.
When will I be notified of my abstract decision?
The Programme Committee will review all submitted abstracts during June. All corresponding authors will be notified about their abstract decision by the end of July.
When is the abstract withdrawal deadline?
Abstracts can be withdrawn on or before 2 August 2019. Any abstracts withdrawn after this date will still be published in the journal supplement.
When will the accepted abstracts be available to view?
Accepted abstracts will be available to view on our website in November. Abstracts for the platform and poster presentations will be published in the online only version of the ‘Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis & Frontotemporal Degeneration’ journal supplement. Work in Progress/Care Practice abstracts will be available to download from our website as a PDF document and will not be published in the ALS&FD journal supplement.
Programme
When will the programme be available?
The draft programme will be available on our website in early August.
What is 'Late Breaking News?'
Each year, we have one or two slots reserved for news on results. For example, from a Phase 3 clinical trial, new gene discovery or similar; these are highly competitive, and there is therefore no guarantee of securing a slot. A short abstract must be submitted no later than the end of September to abstracts@mndassociation.org.
Where can I find abstracts from previous Symposia?
Abstracts from previous years can be found online on the Past Symposia page or on the Taylor & Francis website.
Registration
Is there a 'day rate' available?
We do not offer a day rate, as delegates are expected to attend all three days of the conference.
Are there reduced rates for students?
There are no reduced rates for students. We advise that they register as soon as possible to get the early bird rate of £400 (deadline 27 August).
Are there reduced rates for people with MND?
People with MND will be charged the early bird (discounted) rate of £400 (which will be available throughout the year), and one accompanying carer will be able to attend for free. Please email symposium@mndassociation.org for more details.
How do I request another copy of my attendance certificate from previous Symposia?
Please email your request to our conference team at symposium@mndassociation.org.
Location
Where can I find information about the venue?
For information about the venue, please visit the Venue information page.
Where can I find information about Perth?
For information about Perth, please visit the About Perth page.