Positioning Autism Discoveries for Successful Drug Development
A two-day free short course and introduction to a unique funding and support opportunity for principal investigators interested in or currently developing a therapeutic for autism; principal investigators pursuing research in adjacent fields with therapeutic potential for autism; and staff at university technology transfer offices who assist principal investigators with therapeutic development. Course content will include an overview of autism and unmet needs for those new to the field.
Sponsored by SPARK NS
SPARK NS is sponsoring this two-day short course to provide principal investigators with knowledge and insights that will help them advance their discoveries in autism from the lab to the clinic where they can directly benefit patients. Participants will also be introduced to the SPARK NS Translational Research Program. The program provides selected projects with up to $2,000,000 in milestone-based funding, education in drug development, mentorship from industry expert advisors, and scientific and business networking opportunities.
What You’ll Learn
Perspectives on unmet clinical needs in autism
Strategies for successful drug development
How to position your discovery to obtain translational research funding
How a unique model of translational research can eliminate barriers to success
Important Information
Application deadline for the short course is June 13, 2025, 5:00 pm PT. Apply now!
Who can attend
Who can attend
Principal investigators interested in or currently developing a therapeutic for autism; principal investigators pursuing research in adjacent fields with therapeutic potential for autism; and staff at university technology transfer offices who assist principal investigators with therapeutic development located in the US, Canada, the UK, and Europe are all eligible to attend.
Short course, accommodations, and meals are free
Short course, accommodations, and meals are free
There is no fee to attend the short course. SPARK NS will provide hotel accommodations for two nights, Sunday, August 10 and Monday, August 11. SPARK NS will also offer dinner at a welcome reception on Sunday and provide all meals throughout the course.
Travel stipend
Travel stipend
A travel stipend of up to $800 will be available after completion and evaluation of the short course. Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to and from the hotel. Additional details to follow.
Important Dates and Times
Event times are subject to minor adjustments. Any changes will be communicated in advance.
Application portal opens
Application deadline
Selected applicants will be notified
Welcome reception and dinner (optional)
Short course