Concussion Research and Charity Event
About this Event
This public engagement event is being held as part of the International Neuropsychological Society Mid-Year Meeting 2026, Dublin, in partnership with the School of Population Health, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
This event is designed for people living with concussion, their caregivers and family members, healthcare professionals, researchers, and members of the public who wish to learn more about concussion.
The programme brings together leading international experts on concussion, patient advocates, sporting organisations, and brain injury charities to discuss current evidence, practical management strategies, recovery, and future directions in concussion care.
Admission to this event is free of charge, but tickets are limited. Reserve your spot now!
Agenda
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:10 PM
Welcome Address
Host: Professor Cathal Kelly
🕑: 01:10 PM - 01:15 PM
Introduction from Event Chair
Host: Professor Niall Pender
Session 1: Medical Advances and Decision Making
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:50 PM
Keynote: 10 Things to Know about Sport-Related Concussion
Host: Professor Grant Iverson
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:15 PM
Tackle Behaviours Trial: Insights from the Irish Rugby Football Union
Host: Dr Rod McLoughlin and Dr Caithriona Yeomans
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:40 PM
The Biology of Concussion and the Blood Brain Barrier
Host: Professor Matt Campbell
🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:05 PM
Acute Diagnosis of Sports Concussion & On-Field Decision Making
Host: Dr Michael Ryan
🕑: 03:05 PM - 03:20 PM
Break
Session 2: Navigating the Patient Journey
Host: Moderated by Dr Marie McCarthy
🕑: 03:20 PM - 03:40 PM
Pink Concussions: The Experience of Female Concussion
Host: Dr Philomena Butler
🕑: 03:40 PM - 04:00 PM
Headway Ireland
Host: Dr Deirdre Murphy and Dr Roisin Long
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:20 PM
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland
Host: Dr Brian Waldron and Liam Lynch
🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:45 PM
Panel Discussion: Living with Concussion
Host: Moderated by Professor Anna Adlam
Info: Panel Discussion: Living with Concussion - Challenges, Supports and Future Directions. Panel members: Dr Philomena Butler, Dr Deirdre Murphy, Dr Roisin Long, Dr Brian Waldron, & Liam Lynch
🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Dr Unai Diaz-Orueta
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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