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The ISFTD Annual Meeting is the only international conference dedicated fully to frontotemporal dementia and related brain conditions. It  combines a scientific program spanning basic science, genetics, neuroimaging, clinical and translational research, together with an integrated  program dedicated to families living with frontotemporal dementia and their caregivers.

Supported by a dynamic local organising committee, this will herald the return of the ISFTD to North America for the first time since 2014. We are proud and excited to host you in Philadelphia. Philly is part of the early history of the United States of America, being its first capital, location of its first hospital in 1751, and home of historical and iconic landmarks such as the Liberty Bell, the University of Pennsylvania founded in 1749 by Benjamin Franklin and the Philadelphia Art Museum.

Registration is now open. Click here to register.

Visa requirements vary by country of citizenship. Attendees are responsible for determining and obtaining the appropriate travel documentation required to enter the United States. Please visit the U.S. Department of State website for the most up-to-date information.

Many international attendees enter the United States using a B-1 Business Visitor Visa or through the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA), if eligible. Attendees should consult the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country to determine the appropriate visa category.

We strongly recommend applying for your visa as early as possible. Visa appointment availability and processing times vary by country and may take several weeks or months.

Registered attendees may request an official invitation letter to support their visa application. Please note that invitation letters are issued solely for the purpose of assisting with visa applications and do not guarantee visa approval.

The primary domestic and international airport in Philadelphia is Philadelphia International Airport, approximately 7 miles from the city center.

The weather in Philadelphia in October has an average high of 68°F (20°C) to a low of 48°F (9°C). It’s best to pack layers, such as light jackets, sweaters, and jeans. While there is a chance of light rain, most days traditionally will be dry, however with strong wind it may feel cooler than it is.

Philadelphia is a notoriously walkable city however mobile apps such as Uber and Lyft are also available and widely used.

Friday, October ​​​​​​​9, 2026, 7:00 PM
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA)
Hamilton Building, 2nd Floor Galleries, 128 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Age limit is 21+. Dress code is smart casual.