12 March 2026 News
The biggest annual conference dedicated to MND research in the world will be held in Amsterdam this December.
Hosted by the MND Association for the 37th year, we’ll bring together the world’s leading MND scientists to share progress.
As the largest charity funder of MND research in the UK, the Association has an important role as an innovator and trusted partner to researchers all over the world. The Symposium plays a key role in driving that work forward.
At last year’s event in San Diego, we welcomed more than 1,000 delegates from more than 40 countries who listened to 250 speakers presenting on 24 topics.
In-person registration opens in May with people attending virtually able to sign up soon after. The full programme will be available closer to the time. People affected by MND can apply to attend via a Patient Fellows programme run by the International Alliance on ALS and we will be bringing you all the latest research news directly, as we did last year via SymposiumLIVE.
I chose this event because it's the first conference completely dedicated to ALS, open to everyone all over the world. I really wanted to interact with ALS patients, with genetic carriers, with scientists and doctors and really see how we can all work together to make a difference. My favourite part has been seeing amazing research, asking questions, meeting amazing scientists, discussing ideas, and also meeting a lot of new scientists from around the world. It really is a multicultural and multinational event and it's been remarkable.”
Yentli Solo Albrecht, 2025 delegate, MD PhD student (University of Pennsylvania), and also a C9orf72 genetic carrier who lost her father to ALS
Every year, the Symposium reminds me why we do this work. It’s not just about data or presentations – it’s about fostering global collaboration and generating hope. From identifying new therapeutic targets, to promising clinical trials, to emerging technologies, the pace of innovation is accelerating. And despite challenges, the determination of this community is unwavering. The connections made, the collaborations sparked and the knowledge shared all move us closer to our common goal: a world free from MND. Together, we are pushing boundaries, inspiring progress and shaping a brighter future for people with MND.
Dr Brian Dickie, Chief Scientist, MND Association