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Conference on how the nervous system develops

Official title: 2024 Neural Development Gordon Research Conference and Gordon Research Seminar

Funded at Gordon Research Conferences · NIH-11000609 · Data updated 2026-11-12

The 2024 Gordon Research Conference on Neural Development is a friendly gathering for scientists to share ideas and discoveries about how our nervous system grows and works, focusing on everything from the creation of brain cells to how they connect and communicate, all to help improve our understanding of brain development and related disorders.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionGordon Research Conferences
NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (East Greenwich, UNITED STATES)
Project startJuly 4, 2024
Project endJune 30, 2025
Funding year2024
Award (this year)$20,000
NIH project number1R13NS139604-01
Project IDNIH-11000609 on NIH RePORTER

Who could benefit from this research

Could help

Patients with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder, may benefit from the findings discussed at this conference.

Less likely to help

Patients with unrelated neurological conditions or those not affected by neurodevelopmental issues may not receive direct benefits from this research.

What this research studies

The 2024 Gordon Research Conference on Neural Development will gather scientists to discuss key questions about how the nervous system forms and functions. Researchers will explore various topics, including the creation of neurons and glial cells, how these cells communicate, and the development of neural circuits. The conference will feature presentations from experts using a variety of model organisms and advanced techniques, such as CRISPR and single-cell sequencing, to investigate neurodevelopmental processes and disorders. This event aims to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among scientists at different career stages.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a better understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders, potentially informing new treatments and interventions.

How similar studies have gone: Previous conferences and research in neural development have led to significant advancements in understanding brain disorders, indicating a strong potential for impactful outcomes.

Where this research is happening

  • Gordon Research Conferences
    East Greenwich, United States
    Active

Researchers

  • Principal investigator: Silver, Debra — Gordon Research Conferences
  • Study coordinator: Silver, Debra

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About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.
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