MDS-AOS Virtual SYNERGIES: Symposium for Young Neurologists and Emerging Researchers Gathering for Interaction and Excellence in Science

Introduction

MDS-AOS Virtual SYNERGIES: Symposium for Young Neurologists and Emerging Researchers Gathering for Interaction and Excellence in Science

Course Format

Live Online

Start Date

Sat, Sep 19, 2026

End Date

Sun, Sep 20, 2026

Program Description

The SYNERGIES symposium is designed as a platform for talented early-career clinicians and scientists to showcase their work as an international Junior Faculty, as they emerge as experts and leaders in clinical and scientific research aspects of movement disorders. In this symposium, applicants selected as Junior Faculty will present short lectures based on their submitted abstracts, and obtain guidance from senior faculty members on their scientific content, presentation skills as well as broader career skills.

The top 3 selected SYNERGIES Junior Faculty presenters will have the opportunity to present their abstract at the MDS-AOS Essentials in Movement Disorders for Early Career Clinicians and Scientists course on November 24-25, 2026 in Manila, Philippines.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:

1. Demonstrate their skills to present as a Faculty member and serve as Chair at an international platform

2. Develop and enhance their scientific presentation skills to an international audience

3. Identify practical strategies for mentorship, collaboration, publication, and career development in movement disorders

Course already occured. CME/CE is no longer available for this course.

Contact Us

MDS Education
education@movementdisorders.org

Course Overview (Fees, Schedule, & Course Details)

Course Schedule Course Faculty

Schedule as of September 9, 2026

Saturday, September 19, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026
Day 1: Saturday, September 19, 2026: 04:00 – 08:00 (UTC)

Day 2: Sunday, September 20, 2026: 04:00 – 08:00 (UTC)

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Junior & Senior Faculty Zoom Meeting Link:

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Passcode: 26MDSAOS

Junior Faculty Peer Presentation Scoring

All Junior are asked to score each of the junior faculty presentations. Please note there is a separate link for each day. Your rating will aid in the selection of the top 3 SYNERGIES presenters, which will be invited to present at the upcoming MDS-AOS Essentials in Movement Disorders course in Manila, Philippines. While you are asked to provide your name on the scoresheet, your rating will be kept private and confidential. All ratings must be submitted by Friday, September 25, 2026.

DAY 1: https://form.jotform.com/262435240477154

DAY 2: https://form.jotform.com/262435323934154