Tau Global Conference | May 14-15, 2026 | Washington, D.C., and Online

 

About the Conference

Leading experts will convene for the Tau Global Conference to collaborate and discuss key issues impacting the tau research community. This hybrid conference provides a forum for members of academia, industry, philanthropy and government to drive breakthroughs in tau research and treatment. We will dive into cutting-edge work on biomarkers, drug development and emerging therapies — from cell biology to clinical translation.

This event brings together three major organizations dedicated to advancing research in this space: the Alzheimer's Association, Cure PSP and the Rainwater Charitable Foundation.

Research Themes

All are invited to submit abstracts on the latest findings and ideas in tau research. Applicable themes include:

  • Biomarkers — Neuroimaging
  • Biomarkers — Non-Neuroimaging
  • Clinical Manifestations
  • Drug Development — Cell / In-Vitro / Animal Model
  • Drug Development — Human
  • Risk and Environmental Factors
  • Genetics
  • Molecular and Cell Biology
  • Neuropathology
  • Other
Read the full guidance for submitting an abstract (PDF).

Scientific Program Committee

  • Kristin Wildsmith, Chair
  • Benjamin Wolozin, Chair
  • Günter Höglinger
  • Aimee Kao
  • Cristian Lasagna Reeves
  • Maura Malpetti
  • Larisa Reyderman
  • Chihiro Sato
  • Tara Spires Jones
  • Robby Weimer

Hotel Accommodations

A block of rooms at the Grand Hyatt Washington is reserved for attendees until April 21, based on availability. Book your room today.

Room rates are $365 per night, plus tax. Attendees are responsible for their own hotel charges. 

Housing instructions for invited speakers will be sent separately.

Sponsors

Companies interested in sponsoring Tau Global Conference can contact Jennifer Lombardo, senior director of Corporate Initiatives, at jelombardo@alz.org.

Appropriate Conduct Policy

Tau Global Conference aims to provide a safe, equitable, and accessible experience for all conference participants.

Read the full Statement of Appropriate Conduct (PDF).

Contact

General questions: TauGlobal@alz.org
News media questions: AAICMedia@alz.org

Conference Details

Dates: May 14-15, 2026
Location: Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, D.C., and online
Cost:

  • In-person attendance: $50-$150 for ISTAART members; $250 for non-members.
  • Virtual attendance: Free for ISTAART members, $25 for non-members.

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Call for Abstracts

  • General abstract submission deadline: Feb. 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (North America)
  • Extended ISTAART abstract submission deadline: Feb. 23, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST

Submit an Abstract

Collaborate Year-Round with a Global Research Community

Interested in deepening your expertise in tau pathology and its role in neurodegeneration? Join ISTAART's Professional Interest Areas on Frontotemporal Dementia and Related Disorders or Atypical Alzheimer’s Disease to engage with a community of researchers and clinicians exploring these topics.

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