ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
To support International participation, the MJDF is committed to offering significant travel scholarships to successful applicants. This funding is aimed at helping researchers from around the world share their invaluable insights and contribute to advancing the understanding of Machado-Joseph Disease. Each scholarship includes $1800 reimbursement towards travel and accommodation.
We encourage researchers to submit their abstracts and be part of this exciting global gathering. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your work and connect with the international MJD community!
Submit your abstract today and be a part of shaping the future of MJD research!
For more information, kindly contact us at mjd-conf-2025@mjd.org.au
The 2025 MJD International Research Conference aims to foster collaboration among researchers and clinicians in the ataxia community, particularly those focusing on Spinocerebellar ataxias, to exchange invaluable insights, advancements, innovations, and drive breakthroughs in treatment and access to care for individuals affected by MJD, as well as their families and communities.
The MJD Foundation (MJDF) is offering a limited number of travel scholarships and registration at the discounted Early Bird rate for successful abstract submissions. The number of scholarships offered will be dependent upon the MJDF's success with attracting sponsors/funding. Early career researchers, researchers living with a disability, researchers specialising in MJD and researchers experiencing financial hardship will be prioritised.
KEY DATES:
Abstract Submissions Open: 23 August 2024
Abstract Submissions Close: 31 January 2025
Travel scholarship may be available to successful presenters. Please indicate your interest when creating your presentation portal account.
Abstract review will be completed by 7 February 2025. Acceptance notifications will be sent out shortly thereafter.
ABSTRACT STREAMS:
‘Research’
Previously unpublished or recently published research reports, using quantitative and/or qualitative methods;
- Disease Mechanisms and Trial Readiness
- Basic and Preclinical Research
‘Service’
Practical reports of projects on the ground and models of innovative and successful service delivery;
- Living with Ataxia - Clinical Care and Quality of Life
Abstract Keywords
1. Living with Ataxia - Clinical Care and Quality of Life
- The ataxia scene in Australia and Worldwide
- Medical, Allied Health and Rehabilitation advancements
- Understanding and using medications and treatments for patients, allied health and support people
- Contextualised care (especially in culturally complex and low-resourced settings)
- Linking patient understanding and priorities – patient-centred care
- Cognition
- Molecular and Genetic Aspects
2. Clinical Research and Trial Readiness
- Patient engagement in research (workshops welcome)
- Technology (wearables and speech aids)
- Data registries
- Biomarkers
- Phenotyping
- Imaging
- Clinical Trial Updates
3. Basic and Preclinical Research
- Update and Overview on Gene Therapies
- Cellular and Animal models
- Mechanistic Insights and Pathogenesis
- Preclinical Treatment Studies
- Linking Laboratories and Lived Experience (workshops welcome)
Presentation types:
Types of presentations for which abstracts can be submitted
Oral presentation 20 minutes
Fire Talk 10 minutes
Poster presentation
To submit your abstract simply download the 'Abstract Guidelines' and go to our Abstract Portal via the 'Submit Your Abstract' button below.
KEY DATES
Conference Dates: 6 - 9 May 2025
Abstract Submissions Open: 23 Aug 2024
Abstract Submissions Close: 31 Jan 2025
Welcome Reception: 6 May 2025
Conference Dinner: 8 May 2025