From Ronald W. Davis, PhD: Community Symposium on the Molecular Basis of ME/CFS

In 2016, Open Medicine Foundation (OMF) hosted the first of four in-person ME/CFS Research and Community Symposiums at Stanford University, each drawing strong attendance. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Research Symposium transitioned to a virtual format, expanding access for researchers worldwide.

This year marks the 9th Annual Stanford Working Group Meeting on the Molecular Basis of ME/CFS. Under the leadership of OMF’s Scientific Advisory Board Chair, Ronald W. Davis, PhD, the event has continued virtually, and Community Day has now been reinstated. We hope you will join us.

Photo of Dr. Ron Davis standing in front of the microphone. He wears a warm brown blazer over a black shirt.From Ronald W. Davis, PhD:
Community Symposium on the Molecular Basis of ME/CFS returns!

I am pleased to announce that this year’s 9th Annual Stanford Working Group Meeting on the Molecular Basis of ME/CFS will include a Community Symposium again, in which patients, caregivers, doctors, and any other interested parties are invited to attend. 

The meeting will be held September 2 – 5, and the last day, September 5, will be open to the public. It will be held on zoom from 8 am to 1 pm PST, and you must register to be sent a link to gain entrance to the meeting. The link you are sent can only be used by the email you register with, and cannot be shared. The capacity will be 5,000 attendees. I will be announcing the agenda soon. I am excited to be able to do this again, and look forward to seeing you there!

Click here to register for the Community Symposium!

We hope you can join us for this special day. Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation.

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME / CFS) Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS), Fibromyalgia Leading Research. Delivering Hope.Open Medicine Foundation®

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