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Welcome to CCD Hot Topics 2026

On behalf of the organizing committee, it is a privilege to welcome you to the CCD Hot Topics 2026 virtual conference. Designed to address the rapidly evolving landscape of dementia research and clinical care, this year’s symposium brings together an exceptional roster of international leaders to discuss groundbreaking developments that are reshaping our field.

From the cutting edge of fluid and plasma biomarkers to the real-world implementation of disease-modifying therapies (DMTs), our program is curated to deliver concise, high-impact updates. Together, we will examine the intersections of public health, global syndemics, epidemiology, and the role of artificial intelligence in modern dementia care. We invite you to engage actively with our global community, explore the latest research abstracts, and participate in vital discussions that bridge clinical science with real-world practice.

Zahinoor Ismail, MD FRCPC
Conference Chair Professor of Psychiatry, Neurology, Epidemiology, and Pathology, University of Calgary; Clinician Scientist, Hotchkiss Brain Institute and O'Brien Institute for Public Health

 

Key Dates:

Abstract Submission Deadline: Monday July 24, 2026, 9:00 am EDT

Early Registration Rate Deadline: Friday September 4, 2026

Online Registration Closes: Tuesday October 6, 2026 at 9:00 am

CCD Hot Topics Conference: Wednesday October 7, 2026

 

Why you should attend

  • Gain First-Hand Biomarker Insights: Learn about the freshly updated 2026 Biomarker Guidelines and the Canadian Plasma Biomarker Appropriate Use Recommendations directly from the experts shaping them.
  • Understand Real-World DMT Implementation: Discover clinical strategies, logistical workflows, and early experiences surrounding the deployment of novel Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs).
  • Explore Multidisciplinary Innovation: Dive into modern approaches to care, including how AI chatbots support dementia care, the connection between sleep and incident dementia, and the clinical significance of Mild Behavioural Impairment (MBI).
  • Review Breaking Global Science: Experience a dedicated "Research Spotlight" tracking amyloid plaque tissue domain effects, findings from major longitudinal cohorts like the Framingham Heart Study, and the top abstract presentations from the call for papers.
  • E-Posters: Take advantage of ongoing poster exhibits available throughout the week on the conference website.

 

Who should attend

  • Clinicians & Medical Specialists: Neurologists, psychiatrists, geriatricians, and primary care physicians seeking to update their clinical practice with the latest diagnostic toolkits and therapeutic approaches.
  • Neuroscientists & Researchers: Fluid biomarker experts, neurochemists, molecular biologists, and researchers wanting to explore cutting-edge abstracts and discuss new disease models.
  • Public Health & Epidemiology Professionals: Global health stakeholders, epidemiologists, and policy advocates aiming to combat population syndemics and understand dementia as a global health crisis.
  • Allied Healthcare Partners & Care Innovators: Occupational therapists, digital health developers, clinical core leaders, and nurses focused on adopting comprehensive care strategies and precise diagnostic pipelines.

 

Questions?

Please contact the University Health Network, Conference Services Department at conferences@uhn.ca
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Event Date & Time

October 7, 2026 9am - 5pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Event Location

Virtual, Zoom Events

Information & Assistance

Conference Services, University Health Network (UHN) conferences@uhn.ca