Global Neurology Perspectives: Building Sustainable International Collaborations
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Nath will discuss the various challenges and opportunities in conducting international research.
Global Neurology Perspectives: Building Sustainable International Collaborations*
Date: October 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 am to 8:30 am
Room: Coral 1
Track: Professional Development Workshop - Early Career Level
Session Description
Global collaboration in neurology is essential to advancing research, education, and patient care worldwide. This panel will bring together neurologists engaged in international research, training, and capacity-building to explore how to develop equitable and sustainable partnerships. Speakers will share practical examples from multi-country research networks and educational programs, highlighting key structural and ethical considerations for long-term success. Attendees will gain strategies for designing sustainable initiatives, navigating funding and institutional challenges, and fostering meaningful bidirectional exchange.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this session, attendees will be able to:
- Describe approaches to building equitable, sustainable global neurology partnerships.
- Identify strategies for designing and implementing collaborative projects across diverse settings.
- Recognize structural and ethical considerations that support long-term, bidirectional collaboration.
Speakers
- (Chair) Katherine Carroll, MD
- (Co-Chair) Farrah Mateen, MD, PhD, FANA
- (Speaker) Avindra Nath, MD, FANA
- (Speaker) Rajarshi Mazumder, MD, MPH
- (Speaker) Felicia Chow, MD, MAS, FANA
- (Speaker) David Bearden, MD, MSCE
Strengthening UCLA–Uganda Global Health Collaboration Through the NIH Fogarty Career Development Award
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Mazumder will discuss how to align scientific goals with local needs and strengthen institutional partnerships to develop equitable collaboration.
Building International Partnerships for Neurology Training and Research in Neurological Infections
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Chow will provide insight on global neurology perspectives.
Collaborating Globally for Pediatric Neurology
Description
In this presentation, Dr. Bearden will discuss collaborative work in pediatric neurology infectious diseases and neurogenetics in Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Liberia.