2025 Parkinson's Disease Therapeutics Conference

Is there a virtual option for the Conference? Will it be recorded?

Unfortunately, we are not livestreaming or recording the Conference. 

What is the PDTC Partnering Session? 

Kick off your conference experience by attending our inaugural Partnering Session on October 15, 2025. Taking place the afternoon before the conference, this exclusive session offers a chance to hear about MJFF initiatives open for collaboration, learn about the resources we can offer to accelerate your research and connect with peers across the field. This ticket option is available during conference registration. 

Can I present my research at the Conference?

We have already selected our speakers for the conference. Generally, our speakers are nominated and identified by members of MJFF's Research Leadership team who work to craft the programmatic themes for the event. For more information, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org. 

Can I present my abstract at the Conference?

Thank you for your interest in presenting at the Conference. We do not accept abstracts for this conference. Poster presenters are by MJFF’s leadership team based on the grants that we fund. For more information, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org.  

When will the Conference agenda be available?

The agenda will be made available in the Fall.  

How can my organization sponsor the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference?

Thank you for your interest in sponsoring the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference! You can view our sponsorship opportunities menu here. If you are interested in learning more, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org.

When is Registration?

Early Bird Registration will begin on May 15, 2025 and conclude on June 16, 2025, 5pm ET. During this time, registration for the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference will be $100 off. The Early Bird discount cannot be applied to the Partnering Session.

After this period, registration will return to the standard price. Registration will remain open until the event is at capacity. There will not be a waitlist for the Conference. We would recommend that you register as soon as possible.  

How do I register for the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference?

Please click here to register for the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference.

I registered but didn’t receive my receipt.  

Please ensure that you have checked your spam folder. If your receipt is not there, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org, and we can forward it to the email you registered with.  

Instead of a ticket or confirmation I received this message thanking for my donation?

We apologize for the error. Please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org and we can forward your receipt to the email you registered with.

Is it possible to change my ticket type?

Yes, you can change your ticket type until either event sells out. Please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org to inform us of which ticket option you would like.  

I registered twice, can one be refunded?  

Yes, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org denoting which ticket you would like refunded and cancelled.  

Can I register onsite?

No. On-site registration is unavailable as we share final attendee names and counts to the venue in advance.  

Is there a discount code available for non-profits?

The non-profit rate is the same as the early bird rate. If you need to register after Early Bird Registration concludes, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org for the code.  

The non-profit code is only applicable to the cost of the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference, not the Partnering Session. The non-profit code is available until registration closes.

Didn't apply the discount code

To apply the non-profit discount, we will need to refund your first registration, and you will have to register again applying the discount code.

 Please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org to enact this process.  

Can I cancel my registration and be refunded?

All refund requests for the PDTC Partnering Session and/or the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference must be sent to pdtc@michaeljfox.org. Cancellation requests received before October 1, 2025, will be fully refunded. After October 1, 2025, no refund will be made.

Can I swap my registration for my colleague?

Unfortunately, you cannot swap your registration for another person. If you can no longer attend, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org for a refund on your registration.  

Would the cost of registering to attend the conference also be considered a contribution to The Michael J. Fox Foundation?

No. Registration is not considered a contribution to The Michael J. Fox Foundation. If you received a “Thank You for Your Donation” email after registering, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org.

Can I register more than one person at a time?

No. Each attendee will need to have a unique registration.  

Registration is closed. Is there a waitlist? / Will there be a waitlist when the event is at capacity?  

There will be no waitlist, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.  

Where is the Conference taking place?

The Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference will take place at Quorum by Convene at 1221 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10020.

Where is the PDTC Partnering Session taking place?  

The PDTC Partnering Session will be held at 360 Madison Convene, located at 360 Madison Ave, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10017.  

Please note that this session will be at a different Convene location than the Conference.

How do I get to the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference venue?

Please review this document to find the best route for you to travel to the venue. Upon entrance at 1221 Avenue of the Americas on 49th Street between 6th Ave and 7th Ave, please take the escalator on your right up to the second floor. There you will be greeted by the Convene Welcome Desk and directed to check-in for the Parkinson’s Disease Therapeutics Conference.

Please note, this venue is different than the venue for the PDTC Partnering Session.

How can I find out information about hotels and their rates for this Conference?

When you register, your confirmation email will include information about the hotel block associated with the Conference. If you have questions, please contact pdtc@michaeljfox.org.  

How do I apply for a visa to travel to the United States?

Visa regulations depend on your nationality and country of origin. We suggest you contact your local Consulate for full and official instructions on the specific visa regulations and application procedure that apply to you.

Where can I get a conference invitation letter so that I can apply for a visa?

Invitation letters for visa purposes are available only to registered attendees. If you need an invitation letter, please email pdtc@michaeljfox.org.  

Is it possible to send an official invitation letter directly to my local Consulate?

Unfortunately, we are unable to send invitation letters directly to consulates. Invitation letters are prepared solely for individuals and are emailed directly to them.