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Shirley Ryan Abilitylab's Dr. Franz joined forces with other Northwestern scientists and clinicians to advance and share knowledge and experience with advancing treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) during the 11th annual Les Turner Symposium on ALS.
The virtual, daylong symposium featured scientific presentations highlighting the molecular mechanisms of ALS pathogenesis, novel therapeutic approaches and a Q&A panel for individuals with ALS, their families and caretakers.
The symposium, held on November 1, was sponsored by the Les Turner ALS Center at Northwestern Medicine, which brings together ALS research, clinical expertise and educational opportunities. The Les Turner ALS Foundation established the center.
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