Scientific Sessions

The AAIC experience is defined by a cutting-edge clinical and scientific program covering every aspect of the field, and features 4,000 posters and 800 podium presentations focusing on basic science and pathogenesis, biomarkers, clinical manifestations, drug development, public health, dementia care and more. AAIC is where landmark findings are unveiled, collaborations are forged and the global trajectory of Alzheimer’s and dementia science is shaped. The work presented here drives real-world improvements in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care.

On This Page:

• ASK! Sessions
• Clinical Pearls
• Clinical Toolbox Sessions
• Developing Topics Sessions
• Emerging Concepts in Basic Science
• Featured Research Sessions
• Lightning Presentation Round
• Perspectives Sessions
• Plenary Sessions
• Complementary Educational and Professional Development Sessions
• Sessions for a General Audience

ASK! Sessions

Join plenary speakers and award winners in the Exhibit Hall to ask questions and discuss their work.

Clinical Pearls

These sessions have been identified as most applicable to the diagnosis and management of Alzheimer's and other dementias in a clinical practice setting. Learn more about clinician-focused education at AAIC.

Clinical Toolbox Sessions

These educational sessions are designed to enhance clinical knowledge, foster collaboration across disciplines and ensure that participants are informed of the latest advancements and best practices within their field. Learn more about clinician-focused education at AAIC.

Developing Topics Sessions

Developing Topics Sessions include late-breaking research shared for the first time at AAIC. Specifically, research findings that would not have been available by the general abstract submission deadline.

Emerging Concepts in Basic Science

The Emerging Concepts series is an innovative aspect of the AAIC program designed specifically to explore basic dementia science. Learn more about these sessions.

Featured Research Sessions

Featured Research Sessions (FRS) debut and discuss innovative and impactful research findings, drawing together multiple studies that share a common focus.

Lightning Presentation Round

Lightning Presentation Rounds comprise four-minute presentations from students and postdoctoral researchers.

Perspectives Sessions

Perspectives Sessions provide expert reviews of recent advances and propose a road map for the future, incorporating multiple viewpoints to stimulate original discussion and debate.

Plenary Sessions

Plenary Sessions address the field’s most crucial and compelling topics and are delivered by leaders in the field.

Complementary Educational and Professional Development Sessions

The AAIC program features several offerings that are co-created by ISTAART members and PIAs. These events are open to all attendees, and are a great way to get more involved at AAIC and beyond.

ISTAART Intermissions

Join ISTAART’s PIAs and other professional networks for opportunities to meet peers and engage in focused conversations in key subject areas during lunch breaks in a dedicated, shared space with similar networks. Lunch and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

ISTAART Skills Workshops

ISTAART Skills Workshops are one-hour interactive workshops over lunch, which are tailored to early career researchers and focus on both hard skills and soft skills. These workshops are open to all who are registered for the main AAIC conference, but seating is limited.

Sessions for a General Audience

AAIC For All: Community, a no-cost event held on the last day of AAIC, offers an opportunity for all interested individuals — including people living with dementia, family members, caregivers and the general public — to learn about the latest discoveries in dementia science.