Plenary Session 5209

Essential Highlights in Movement Disorders

Thursday, October 8, 2026
11:00 - 12:00 | Grand Ballroom, Level 1

In this session, the faculty will discuss highlights throughout the year both in clinical and basic science.

Chairs:

Yun Joong Kim, Korea
Njideka Okubadejo, Nigeria

Presenters:

Basic Science Highlights
Un Kang, USA

Clinical Highlights
Connie Marras, Canada

CSPC Liaison(s):

Beomseok Jeon, Korea

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be better able to:

1. Describe key discoveries in the pathogenesis, genetics, neurobiology, and molecular mechanisms underlying movement disorders from the past year
2. Evaluate and summarize the most significant clinical advances in movement disorders over the past year

Recommended Audience

Clinician / General Neurology
Fellow / Resident / Student
Health Professional (non-physician)
Industry
Researcher / Basic Science

Education Level

Advanced / Expert
Beginner / Foundational
Intermediate / Experienced