Course Schedule 
Travel Bursary 
Course Faculty
Schedule as of October 1, 2025
Travel Bursary Deadline: December 31, 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline: December 31, 2025
REGISTRATION FEES
Members: $300 USD
Members: Junior / HP / Basic Science / No Fee: $225 USD
Non-Members*: $400 USD
*Non-members wishing to apply for MDS Membership to receive the MDS Member rate for this course will need to apply for membership no later than 2 weeks in advance of the close of registration.
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COURSE VENUE
Audimax Lübeck,
University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein,
Lübeck, Germany
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to:
1. Evaluate the current epidemiological trends in Parkinson’s disease, including the potential global rise in incidence and the multifactorial contributors to its prevalence.
2. Analyze the major genetic contributors to PD, including the role of monogenic mutations and genetic risk factors (e.g., LRRK2, GBA), the known modifiers of penetrance and the influence of gene-environment interactions.
3. Discuss the significance of genome-wide association studies (GWAS), epigenetic mechanisms, and transcriptomic data in advancing precision medicine approaches for PD.
4. Understand the pathogenic role of α-synuclein, including its interactions with mitochondrial damage, protein clearance systems, and its relevance to glial and neuronal dysfunction.
5. Explore the gut-brain axis and microbiota-based therapies as emerging fields in PD pathogenesis and intervention strategies.
6. Investigate the roles of neuroinflammation and immune response, with a focus on lipid metabolism and targeted therapeutic opportunities.
7. Critically appraise the use of artificial intelligence in stratifying disease trajectories and improving personalized care models for Parkinson’s disease.
