Chuck Noll Foundation's 2026 Scientific Symposium

Chuck Noll Foundation 2026 Scientific Symposium

Join us for the Chuck Noll Foundation’s premier scientific event of the year, bringing together nationally recognized leaders in brain injury research to share the latest advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Friday, March 20, 2026
Program details and agenda to be released in December 2025.

Acrisure Stadium – PNC Champions Club
Pittsburgh, PA

This full-day symposium will explore groundbreaking research that is shaping the future of brain injury care—from concussion protocols to biomarker development, imaging innovations, and the lasting effects of repetitive head impacts.

Attendees will hear from leading clinicians, researchers, and experts, including:

• Micky Collins, PhD – UPMC Sports Medicine
• Anthony Kontos, PhD – UPMC Sports Medicine
• Joseph Maroon, MD – UPMC Neurosurgery & Pittsburgh Steelers
• Donald Whiting, MD – Allegheny Health Network
• Kevin Guskiewicz, PhD – President, Michigan State University

This symposium is designed for physicians, researchers, clinicians, athletic trainers, medical professionals, and all those passionate about advancing brain health.

Both ticket types are free, but please select the one that best fits your participation:

For attendees who wish to participate in the symposium sessions without receiving CME credit.

For healthcare professionals seeking Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits for attending this activity.

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the University of Pittsburgh and the Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury Research.

The University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by:

• The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)
• The Accreditation Council for Ph*rm*cy Education (ACPE)
• The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Detailed credit information will be provided closer to the event.

Full schedule, speaker details, and session descriptions will be shared on our website.
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