• MDS-AOS Virtual SYNERGIES: Symposium for Young Neurologists and Emerging Researchers Gathering for Interaction and Excellence in Science

    September 19-20, 2026 | ONLINE

  • Junior Faculty Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

    For questions, contact MDS Education education@movementdisorders.org.

  • Recommended Audience and Eligibility

    The SYNERGIES symposium is designed as a platform for talented early-career clinicians and scientists to showcase their work as an international Junior Faculty, as they emerge as experts and leaders in clinical and scientific research aspects of movement disorders.

    In this symposium, applicants selected as Junior Faculty will present short lectures based on their submitted abstracts, and obtain guidance from senior faculty members on their scientific content, presentation skills as well as broader career
    skills.

    The top 3 ranked junior faculty presentations will have the opportunity to present their lecture during the MDS-AOS Essentials in Movement Disorders for Early Career Clinicians and Scientists course on November 24-25, 2026 in Manila, Philippines. Top presenters will receive a travel grant to attend this program.

     

  • APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

    1. Current CV - MAXIMUM 5 PAGES

    2. Proposed Lecture Abstract provide a background to the lecture topic you would like to deliver, and an outline of the main subtopics or key highlights you would like to cover during your lecture - MAXIMUM 250 WORDS

    3. Personal Statement describe your Clinical/Scientific experiences, your personal vision and career goals - MAXIMUM 250 WORDS

    4. Completed Recommendation Form from ONE active MDS member. https://form.jotform.com/261165279066159*

    *Please Note: It is the responsibility of the Applicant to work with their colleague (active MDS member) to coordinate the recommendation. The Applicant must send the Recommendation Form (linked above) to their colleague to complete the online recommendation form. Recommendation Forms must be submitted no later than ONE WEEK after you have submitted this application.

  • Applicant Information

  • Are you currently a member of MDS?*
  • If offered a place as a Junior Faculty member, will you definitely be able to attend the Virtual SYNERGIES course on Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20, 2026 (4:00 - 8:00 UTC)?*

  • Abstract Information & Document Uploads

  • Select the category of your abstract*

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  • Is there a secondary topic you wish to present on?*

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  • Applicant Recommendations

  • A completed SYNERGIES Recommendation Form from ONE active MDS member is a requirement in this application process and should be submitted directly by the individual providing the recommendation.

    Below, please list the names of the active MDS member who will be providing your recommendation.

  • Please Note: It is the responsibility of the Applicant to work with their colleague (active MDS member) to coordinate the recommendation. The Applicant must send the Recommendation Form (linked below) to their colleague to complete the online recommendation form. Recommendation Forms must be submitted to the Secretariat no later than ONE WEEK after you have submitted this application.

    SYNERGIES 2026 Letter of Recommendation Form: 

    https://form.jotform.com/261165279066159 

  • If you have any questions regarding your application, please email MDS Secretariat (education@movementdisorders.org).

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