Events

Upcoming Events

Immunology at Wisconsin Annual Symposium

September 9th

The immunology community at the University of Wisconsin – Madison covers diverse topics, from basic immunology to host-pathogen interactions to anti-tumor immunity. This symposium day is an important community-building event featuring a world-renowned immunologist keynote speaker and highlighting the work of graduate and post-doctoral trainees.

What’s Next in Alzheimer’s Detection and Treatment

Guest speaker: Henrik Zetterberg, MD, PhD, a world-renowned authority on biomarker research developing biomarkers for Alzheimer’s and related dementias, as well as diagnostic tests and new monitoring tools for these diseases

September 11th, 9:30am–11:30am

Henrik Zetterberg, MD, PhD, joins us for the third session of the 2026 Healthy Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) series to discuss how blood tests and brain scans are transforming Alzheimer’s clinical trials. We’ll explore newer areas of research, including inflammation and other brain changes, and discuss where the field is headed as easier, more accessible tests become available. Online via Zoom and in person at various host sites across Wisconsin. Free and open to everyone.

2026 Fall Community Conversation: How Food Shapes Brain Health As We Age

Hear insights from experts including researchers from Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center in Chicago and the University of Wisconsin, as well as a chef from Wisconsin’s Ho-Chunk Nation. Attend in person or online.

September 29th, 4:30pm–7:30pm

This annual community educational event shares the latest science on how your diet supports brain health. You’ll learn how to navigate confusing nutrition claims and take away simple, brain-healthy eating tips you can start using at your next meal. Dr. Art Walaszek will moderate the panel discussion and Q&A. Free and open to everyone. Register to attend in person or to view the livestream.

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