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
