Principles and Techniques for Improving Preclinical to Clinical Translation in Alzheimer's Disease Research

Location: The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine & Virtual Option

Enhance Your Alzheimer's Disease Research

Leveraging the expertise and resources of the Model Organism Development for Evaluation of Late Onset Alzheimer’s Disease (MODEL-AD) Precision Medicine consortium, which includes the University of Pittsburgh, Indiana University, and JAX, this hands-on workshop is an invaluable resource for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and researchers seeking to enhance their research capabilities in Alzheimer’s Disease studies.

May

17 - 21

2027

About

Join us for the Principles and Techniques for Improving Preclinical to Clinical Translation in Alzheimer’s Disease Research workshop, a unique opportunity designed for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty interested in bridging the gap between preclinical and clinical Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) research.

This immersive workshop provides practical skills and insights for the rigorous experimental design and analysis of pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and preclinical efficacy experiments using AD research models.

Why Attend?

Enhance your understanding and application of AD research techniques through a combination of interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory training sessions and engaging group discussions. Whether attending in person or virtually, you will have access to in-depth knowledge and the opportunity to engage with the latest research methodologies.

View the 2026 in-person schedule here to get an idea of content and flow.

In-person Experience:

Receive laboratory training to refine your AD research techniques using translational mouse models, including:

Biomethods
In vivo dosing and serial blood collections
Cerebrospinal fluid and brain tissue collection
Perfusion
Pre-clinical statistical analyses

This workshop also offers a unique platform to connect with leading experts and peers in the field, foster collaborative research, and advance your career.

Virtual Access:

Can’t attend in person? Our virtual format ensures you won’t miss out. Access live-streamed lectures, participate in interactive Q&A sessions, and benefit from recorded content available for six months post-course.

Although virtual participants won’t have access to hands-on workshops, poster sessions, or evening events, the comprehensive online experience ensures you stay apprised of the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s Disease research. You can view the 2026 virtual schedule here to see the sessions that virtual participants have access to.

Research reported in this publication was supported by the National Institute On Aging of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number R13AG060708. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.

Accommodation Information

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Erin McDevitt at 207-288-6000 x256659 or [email protected].

"This experience was the perfect combination of learning and networking, connecting me with researchers at different academic stages while deepening my understanding of preclinical translation in Alzheimer’s research."

— Neuroscience M.Sc. Student at Université Laval

"As an in vivo researcher and team leader, JAX Courses have had a massive impact on how to improve reproducibility and translation in my research projects, influence young researchers to participate, and help them grow in their careers, too."

— Sr. Research Scientist, Mitchell Center for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Brain Disorders, UTHealth Houston

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Travel Information

On-Campus

Lodging accommodations at JAX’s Highseas Conference Center is included in the registration fee. Highseas, located approximately 1 mile from The Jackson Laboratory, is a spacious estate built in 1912, overlooking the entrance to Frenchman Bay and adjacent to beautiful Acadia National Park. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to the Conference Center. We do provide shuttles to and from the main campus for the duration of the course. Highseas is handicap accessible (please indicate accessibility needs in registration). This lodging option cannot accommodate families. Rooms may be shared with other participants.

Off-Campus

Participants interested in securing off-campus lodging may refer to the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce website for a guide on hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and short-term rentals in the Bar Harbor area.

Meals will be provided by JAX’s campus dining services throughout the event. Participants staying off-campus may still partake in meals at Highseas. Please refer to the event schedule for more information.

Participants must adhere to Maine State travel, health and safety guidelines at the time of the event and use good judgement when arranging lodging. We recommend participants be familiar with their hotel’s cancellation policies prior to booking. The Jackson Laboratory is not responsible for lodging expenses or losses incurred due to the cancellation or rescheduling of an event.