Educational Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this symposium, all attendees will be able to:

I. Describe injury models and novel approaches to study traumatic brain and spinal cord injury.

II. Identify advances in therapeutic targeting to enhance outcome after central nervous system injury.

III. Discuss controversial issues in the translation of therapeutic treatments from the laboratory to the clinic.

IV. Identify and network with leaders in the field of neurotrauma research, discovery, and treatment.

In addition to the learning outcomes for all attendees, at the conclusion of this symposium, students/trainees will also be able to:

I. Identify suitable mentors for their personal and career development

II. Identify human and tangible resources to promote their career advancement

III. Identify major research fields, as well as related institutions and companies in which to find meaningful career opportunities and advancement.