POSTER ABSTRACTS
Abstract submission for the 2024 Annual NEALS Meeting is now closed.
Be sure to review the Abstract Submission Guidelines and the POSTER ABSTRACT FAQ section for answers to some of the frequently asked questions for both in-person and virtual poster sessions.
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NEALS Member Trainings & Workshops
Clinical Research Staff Training & Development Workshop*
Oct 7, 2025
The Clinical Research Staff Training & Development Workshop is led by experienced members from the NEALS Consortium Coordinating Centers and will emphasize site management techniques, including study feasibility considerations, study start-up and activation, participant recruitment and retention strategies, the informed consent process, ensuring Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, utilizing an electronic Regulatory Document System (eISF), addressing staffing models needs, and preparation for monitoring visits.
Participants who successfully complete this workshop will receive a certificate of completion. This certification reflects a participant's dedication to upholding high standards in clinical research management and may be advantageous for those pursuing continuing education activities.
NEALS Member Workshop
Feeding Tubes and ALS: Multidisciplinary Practical Considerations*
Oct 8, 2025
Dive into an enriching learning experience at the NEALSCross-Committee Workshop, focusing on "Feeding Tubes and ALS: Multidisciplinary Practical Considerations." This hybrid workshop will unite leaders from the NEALS Palliative, Respiratory Care and Ventilation, Nutrition, and Bulbar Committees. Designed for NEALS members, the workshop aims to integrate expertise across these specialties, providing a comprehensive understanding of feeding tube management in ALS care. Through cross-disciplinary presentations, group Q&A, and interactive breakout sessions, participants will explore practical applications of feeding tubes, address procedural considerations, and discuss evidence-based best practices to enhance patient outcomes.
This collaborative forum will foster cross-committeedialogue, bridging clinical practice with research to develop innovative solutions and improve patient outcomes. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with peers and contribute to the future of ALS care.
The workshop will run parallel to the Lightning Science Talks, offering diverse tracks for attendees.
Outcome Measures Training
Oct 7, 2025
The Outcome Measures training is for new and experienced NEALS Clinical Trial Evaluators. The session will focus on training for the core outcomes measures: ALSFRS-R (ALS Functional Rating Scale, Revised), vital capacity, and muscle strength using handheld dynamometry. Attendance at this session will fulfill training requirements for new and re-certifying evaluators. Updates to outcome measure protocols, as well as hands-on practice and technique checks will be part of this training.
Respiratory Care & Ventilation Committee Workshop*
Oct 7, 2025
During this workshop, participants will engage in live demonstrations covering various aspects of ventilation and respiratory care for ALS patients. These include an extended learning experience on the use of portable spirometers, data dashboards for remote monitoring of pulmonary function tests and home ventilation systems. Pulmonary experts will showcase airway clearance techniques and equipment, bi-level positive airway pressure support and non-invasive ventilation.
The goal of the workshop is to engage the community of ALS providers for hands-on learning on improvements and innovations in the field of respiratory care. This activity provides an opportunity to discuss the current state of diverse practices and goals of achieving ALS respiratory standards of care.
Please note that advanced registration is required for this workshop. Due to the hands-on nature of the training, registration will be capped at 60 participants. We encourage you to register early to secure your spot.