Down Syndrome Research Directions Symposium 2007
The Down Syndrome Research Directions Symposium 2007 is bringing together
a multidisciplinary group of leading scientists, active in research into Down syndrome
and related issues. The symposium will review our understanding of Down syndrome,
identify and prioritise the research directions that promise to deliver practical
benefits for the development, and quality of life of people with Down syndrome and
their families in the near to medium term (5-10 years), and identify current best
practice in development, education and healthcare.
In particular, the Down Syndrome Research Directions Symposium 2007 will
explore:
- The current state of knowledge in genetics, neuroscience, developmental,
cognitive and educational psychology, communication science and many areas of health
and medicine
- The leading hypotheses of current interest and future directions
in research
- The opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and pooled
data resources
- The best practice in research methods and study design for working
with people with Down syndrome
- The practical implications of current research for effective educational
and development interventions and preventive healthcare
- The factors involved in transferring knowledge from research to practice
- The outcomes from research and practice for quality of life improvements
for people with Down syndrome
The Down Syndrome Research Symposium 2007 is an invited meeting designed
for discussion and debate. The proceedings and outcomes will be published in the
Open Access journal Down
Syndrome Research and Practice later in 2007 and early 2008.
Further information
Other opportunities to participate in and attend research meetings
International Conference on Developmental Issues in Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome Education Internationalorganises an International Conference on Developmental
Issues in Down Syndrome every few years.
Check back regularly for announcements concerning the next conference (likely to
be in 2008).
UK Research Forum
Down Syndrome Education Internationalhosts an annual meeting of UK investigators
working on developmental issues for people with Down syndrome. At present, we do
not expect to host a 2007 Research Forum meeting in addition to this year's
Research Directions Symposium.