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MS Research Symposium, Davenport, IA

Date:
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM

 Learn everything you need to know about the latest MS research and therapies.

Thursday, Sept. 20, 5:30–7:45 p.m.
Best Western Plus Steeplegate Inn
2115 S. Sixth St.

Davenport, IA

Learn about the latest, nationally recognized multiple sclerosis research projects and therapies, and have your questions answered by MS expert Dr.Robin Miskimins. In addition, learn about clinical trials in which people with MS can participate and what to expect from the experience.

Plus, visit exhibitor tables to learn more about drug therapy options available to people with relapsing forms of MS.

Featured speaker:
Dr. Robin Miskimins, Ph.D., is a professor of medicine: Basic Biomedical Sciences, Health Affairs, University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine. Her research focus includes the development of myelin in the central nervous system and the relationship of myelin to disease states in multiple sclerosis and schizophrenia. She received her Ph.D. in molecular biology and genetics from the University of Arizona. She was the recipient of the Board Of Regents Award for Excellence in Research from South Dakota Board of Regents in 1999 and the Chester McVay Award from the University of South Dakota School of Medicine in 2007. 

Schedule (9–11:30 a.m.)
5:30–6 p.m. Check-in and appetizers
6–7:05 p.m. MS research highlights
7:05–7:15 p.m. Break
7:15–7:45 p.m. MS research highlights and Q & A

Program fee
There is no fee for this program.
 

Questions
For more information or for special accommodations, call 612-335-79
00 (option 1).
 

Register:
Registration deadline is Sept. 15.

Register online by logging in below or by calling 612-335-7900.     

 

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