May 20, 2024Washington, DC
A day-long symposium to uncover the influence of environmental toxicants on brain disorders
About the Symposium
Organized by The University of Rochester, the Brain and Environment symposium highlights the role that toxicants in our food, water, and air are playing in brain diseases from autism and intellectual disabilities in children to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s in seniors. By fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange, the symposium acts as a catalyst for identifying the root causes of brain diseases and developing strategies for prevention and intervention through policy, research, education, and advocacy efforts.
Monday, May 20, 2024 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Phillips Collection | 1600 21 Street NW, Washington, DC
Featuring
Carey Gillam
Journalist, New Lede / The Guardian
Brian Grant
Founder, The Brian Grant Foundation
Michal Ilana Freedhoff
Assistant Administrator, EPA
About the Symposium
Organized by The University of Rochester, the Brain and Environment symposium highlights the role that toxicants in our food, water, and air are playing in brain diseases from autism and intellectual disabilities in children to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s in seniors. By fostering cross-disciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange, the symposium acts as a catalyst for identifying the root causes of brain diseases and developing strategies for prevention and intervention through policy, research, education, and advocacy efforts.
Monday, May 20, 2024 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Phillips Collection | 1600 21 Street NW, Washington, DC
Featuring
Carey Gillam
Journalist, New Lede / The Guardian
Brian Grant
Founder, The Brian Grant Foundation
Michal Ilana Freedhoff
Assistant Administrator, EPA
FORMAT
The unique symposium will feature keynote talks, panel discussions, and informal social conversations with leading politicians, journalists, researchers, advocates, and individuals from the affected communities. The day will conclude with a reception and guided tours of art galleries at The Phillips Collection.
TOPIC
Brain diseases are the world’s leading source of disability, even more than cancer, heart disease, or infectious conditions. Many of them are man-made and tied to pesticides, dry cleaning chemicals (like those at Camp Lejeune), and air pollution. To that extent, these disabling and deadly conditions are also preventable.
Audience
The invitation-only symposium will draw roughly 100 policy makers, members of the media, funders, investigators, regulators, and advocacy organizations from brain diseases and the environment. If you are interested in attending the symposium but are not on our guest list, you may request an invitation.
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Registration
Space is limited. Please register below to reserve your seat. Press passes and general inquiries may also be requested below.
Register
Space is limited. Please register below to reserve your seat. Press passes and general inquiries may also be requested below.
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Subscribe to our newsletter for symposium updates, speaker announcements, and curated news articles about the environment and brain diseases.
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Venue
The Phillips Collection
1600 21st St NW
Washington, DC 20009
The Phillips Collection is one of the country’s premier art galleries located in Dupont Circle and features works of leading impressionist artists. The symposium will conclude with a reception and guided tour of the modern art galleries.
Room Block
The Dupont Circle Hotel
1500 New Hampshire Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036
A room block is available at The Dupont Circle Hotel, an 8-minute walk to the symposium venue at The Phillips Collection. Book with the button below to reserve a room at the symposium group rate.
Venue
The Phillips Collection
1600 21st St NW
Washington, DC 20009
The Phillips Collection is one of the country’s premier art galleries located in Dupont Circle and features works of leading impressionist artists. The symposium will conclude with a reception and guided tour of the modern art galleries.
Sponsorship
The Brain and Environment Symposium is organized and funded by The University of Rochester. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits, including invitations to attend the symposium and means to highlight your organization’s efforts here.
Thank you to our generous sponsors
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following organizations for their invaluable support and commitment to our cause. Your partnership empowers us to make a meaningful impact toward eliminating preventable brain diseases.
