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Nature, Nurture & Neurodegeneration
Join UCI MIND, Alzheimer’s Orange County, and Alzheimer’s Association for the 36th Annual Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference. This conference will delve into the critical intersection of genetics and environment in Alzheimer’s disease risk. The Conference will take place at the Irvine Marriott (18000 Von Karman) on October 24 2025. We will not be offering a virtual viewing option this year.
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Educational conference open to the public – all are welcome to register
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Sponsorship opportunities are available
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CEUs can be added onto your registration for in-person attendees
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Register
UCI MIND
UCI MIND is one of 35 congressionally designated Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers in the nation and the only center in Orange County. For more than 30 years, UCI MIND has served at the forefront of Alzheimer’s disease research, gaining international recognition for its scientific and accomplishments.
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Alzheimer’s OC
Alzheimer’s Orange County is dedicated to providing quality care and support services to the thousands of residents of Orange County who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and also partnering with local researchers to populate clinical trials to help find a cure.
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Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association Orange County Chapter helps families, caregivers, health care professionals, and those living with the disease by providing education and support, advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and all other dementia, and advancing critical research to develop new treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
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Who should attend
Healthcare providers
Senior/social service providers
Researchers
Students
People living with dementia & their families
Prices
Early Bird: $100
Regular: $125 (after 9/24/25)
Student: $75
CEUs: $30 (in-person only)
Speakers
Coming Soon!
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Nature, Nurture & Neurodegeneration
Join UCI MIND, Alzheimer’s Orange County, and Alzheimer’s Association for the 36th Annual Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference. This conference will delve into the critical intersection of genetics and environment in Alzheimer’s disease risk. The Conference will take place at the Irvine Marriott (18000 Von Karman) on October 24 2025. We will not be offering a virtual viewing option this year.
- Educational conference open to the public – all are welcome to register
- Sponsorship opportunities are available
- CEUs can be added onto your registration for in-person attendees
Who should attend
Healthcare providers
Senior/social service providers
Researchers
Students
People living with dementia & their families
Prices
Early Bird: $100
Regular: $125 (after 9/24/25)
Student: $75
CEUs: $30 (in-person only)
UCI MIND
UCI MIND is one of 35 congressionally designated Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers in the nation and the only center in Orange County. For more than 30 years, UCI MIND has served at the forefront of Alzheimer’s disease research, gaining international recognition for its scientific and accomplishments.
Alzheimer’s OC
Alzheimer’s Orange County is dedicated to providing quality care and support services to the thousands of residents of Orange County who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and also partnering with local researchers to populate clinical trials to help find a cure.
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association Orange County Chapter helps families, caregivers, health care professionals, and those living with the disease by providing education and support, advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and all other dementia, and advancing critical research to develop new treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
SPEAKERS
Coming soon
LOCATION
Friday, October 24, 2025
8:00 AM – 3:15 PM PT
Irvine Marriott
18000 Von Karman Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92612
Parking:
Your conference registration includes one-time hotel self-parking validation (not valet) per person on Friday, October 24, 2025. Please bring your ticket inside for validation.
FAQs
Where do I park for the event and how much is parking?
Your conference registration includes one-time hotel self-parking validation (not valet) per person on Friday, October 24, 2025. Please bring your registration email in print or on a mobile device inside to the registration booth for your validation ticket. Be sure to park in Irvine Marriott designated parking only. Cars parked in lots or structures of other businesses will not be validated.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have general questions, please email conference@mind.uci.edu or call 949.824.9896. If you have any questions pertaining to exhibitors, please email jkinjo@uci.edu or call 949.824.6677.
What’s the refund policy?
Attendees can request refunds until Monday, October 10, 2025. No refunds will be given for any cancellations received after this date. A $25 administrative charge will apply for all cancellations. For questions or to request a refund, email conference@mind.uci.edu or call 949.824.9896. No half-day registrations or partial CEUs will be provided.
Do I need to provide proof of registration?
You will receive an email confirming your registration. Please present the email in print or on a mobile device at conference check-in. Professionals requiring CEUs will need to check in at the Professional Registration table. Be sure to have your license number available. Exhibitors will need to check in at the registration table upon arrival.
Will I be photographed and/or recorded?
As part of the 36th Annual Southern California Alzheimer’s Disease Research Conference, you may be photographed or you may be recorded on audio and/or video. These items may be used in promotion of future conferences or in other marketing related to the conference. Your in-person attendance at this event implies your consent to be photographed or recorded.