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AWCBR
2024
Australasian Winter Conference on Brain Research
31 August 2024 - 4 September 2024
Queenstown, New Zealand
Abstract Submissions and Financial Assistance Applications are now Closed
Join Us!
Join us at the Australasian Winter Conference for Brain Research (AWCBR) 2024 in Queenstown, New Zealand, from 31 August to 4 September. As the premier annual neuroscience event in the region, AWCBR attracts attendees from Australia, Europe, Japan, North America, and New Zealand. This five-day conference, nestled in the picturesque setting of Queenstown, is known for its world-class and diverse program designed to foster interdisciplinary interactions with minimal overlapping sessions.
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The conference schedule allows ample time to explore Queenstown's activities and enjoy its renowned dining scene in the evenings. AWCBR covers a wide range of neuroscience topics, including Cognition and Behaviour, Disorders of the Nervous System, Sensory and Motor Systems, Development, and Novel Methods, employing techniques like advanced microscopy, EEG, fNIRS, MRI, PET and data processing. This year, we added targeted symposia on critical areas, including neurodegeneration, glia and CNS injury, and the Basal ganglia, enhancing the depth and breadth of discussions at the conference.
For 2024, AWCBR is excited to co-host the Australian and New Zealand Society of Neuropathologists (ANZSNP) Scientific meeting on Saturday 31 August and Sunday 1 September.
Plenary Speakers
Professor Glenda Halliday
University of Sydney
Area of Expertise:
Neurodegeneration with a focus on understanding disease progression
Associate Professor
Jana Vukovic
University of Queensland
Area of Expertise:
The influence of the immune system on brain function
Professor TIm Anderson
University of Otago / NZ Brain Research Institute
Area of Expertise:
Movement Disorders with a focus on eye movements, speech and swallowing disorders, and biomarkers of cognitive decline
Important Dates
18/03/2024 | Abstract Submissions open |
10/04/2024 | Early Bird Registration Open |
27/06/2024 | Abstract submission deadline |
19/07/2024 | Early bird registration ends |
19/08/2024 | Registration closes |
31/08/2024 | Conference opens |
04/09/2024 | Conference Closes |
The Week at a Glance
The Venue
The Crowne Plaza Queenstown has been chosen as the site for the AWCBR 2024 conference. Located in the heart of the town, this prime venue provides convenient access to all activities and attractions Queenstown has to offer. Attendees will find themselves within walking distance of stunning waterfront views, bustling shopping areas, and an array of dining options, ensuring a seamless blend of professional engagement and leisure activities.
Discounted Accommodation at the Crowne Plaza is available for conference attendees. To secure your spot email the accommodation form below to crowneplaza.queenstown@ihg.com:
Accommodation Booking Form
Thanks to our Sponsors
Silver SPonsor
Bronze SPonsor
ECR Session
ECR Awards
Travel Funding
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