The IND is a multi-site research organization devoted to accelerating
knowledge and developing cures to combat the growing problem of
neurodegenerative diseases. Spanning eight campuses within the
University of California, the IND stimulates creative interactions
among basic scientists and clinicians through a series of Core
Activities that include:
- IND Seminar Series, which brings together experts in the field of
neurodegenerative diseases to provide descriptions of their
cutting-edge research. In addition to these lectures, each speaker is
provided opportunities to interact with faculty members and students.
- IND Annual Retreat, which brings together faculty and students from
all eight UC campuses to discuss recent developments in their research
and clinical programs. In addition, two guest speakers are invited to
give keynote addresses on significant aspects of neurodegenerative
disease research.
- Mini-Courses, open to IND members and students across all eight
campuses. These are half-day events that bring two or three
researchers from outside institutions to focus on the latest
developments in "hot" areas of research. Mini-courses are designed to
encourage discussion and interaction between students and faculty.
In addition to emphasizing laboratory breakthroughs,
physician-scientists within the IND conduct clinical research to
translate these discoveries into viable treatments. This work occurs
in state-of-the-art clinical research and treatment centers such as:
- Memory and Aging Center
- Parkinson's Disease Clinic and Research Center
- Multiple Sclerosis Center
- ALS Research and Patient Care Center
To contact the IND please call or write:
Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases
513 Parnassus Ave. HSE-774
San Francisco, CA 94143-0518
email: ind@ind.ucsf.edu
telephone: 415-476-4482