2026
Upcoming Conference
Hello Families and Friends of the National Organization for Disorders of the Corpus Callosum (NODCC)!
We invite you to join us at the 2026 Disorders of the Corpus Callosum (DCC) Conference, which will be held Thursday, July 23, through Saturday, July 25, in Atlanta, Georgia. Online conference registration will open in early 2026.
Conference Details
We have designed the conference to enable you to learn and gather information, participate in discussions, and make invaluable connections with other families. The conference consists of plenary tracks with sessions focusing on issues relative to: Medical, Therapies, Behaviors, Development, Education, Financial Planning, and Community Life, and you can move between the tracks as suits your interests.
The conference schedule features 50 informative lectures and discussion groups. Sessions include in-depth information on DCC diagnoses, genetics, prognoses and behaviors; seizures and medications management; speech, physical and occupational therapies; strategies for education, behavior management, nutrition, and social involvement; and many other sessions with valuable content.
2026 Conference Schedule
Coming Soon! Stay Tuned
Conference Highlights
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Lectures throughout Thursday, Friday and Saturday on the medical, genetic, and behavioral aspects of disorders of the corpus callosum. Learn from the country’s leading scientists studying disorders of the corpus callosum, and who have supported the NODCC since the founding of the organization.
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The 3-day Adults Living with a DCC Program is designed for adults (18+) ONLY who have been diagnosed with a disorder of the corpus callosum. Join us in group discussions and share your life experiences, difficulties, and successes with other adults living with a DCC. Sessions are moderated by professionals on a variety of topics, and are intended to be highly interactive with candid discussions, question/answer time, role-playing sessions, and a fun off-site activity.
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This year we are excited to again offer a special 3-day Teen and Adult Siblings Program (13+) with opportunities to privately discuss in small groups living with a sibling diagnosed with a DCC, understanding their diagnosis, developing relationships with siblings, and enjoying group social activities, including a fun off- site activity.
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Back by popular demand the Kids and Teens Camps will once again be supervised by Corporate Kids Events for registered attendees aged 2–17 (limited to 60 children and 20 teens on a first- registered basis). The camps offer a multitude of activities, games and crafts, and are open to children living with a DCC and their siblings. Camps are included in children and teens registration fees, and funded through generous sponsor donations to the NODCC.
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Join us in this wonderful opportunity to learn, share, and network with others in the NODCC family. Enjoy the Saturday dinner and dance and the comfortable areas throughout the hotel to relax and chat.
Noted Speakers
Elliott Sherr, MD, PhD
Pediatric Neurologist , Neuroscientist, and Founder and Principal Investigator of the Brain Development Research at University of California, San Francisco
Lynn K. Paul, PhD
Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist, and Director of the Corpus Callosum Research Program at California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA
Warren S. Brown, PhD
Professor of Psychology, Neuroscientist, and Director of the Lee Travis Research Institute, Pasadena, CA
Linda J. Richards, PhD
Neurobiologist, and Chair of the Department of Neuroscience and Edison Professor of Neuroscience, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
Conference Registration
Through the generosity of those who participate in the auction, the kindness of our professional speakers who donate their time and expertise, and the financial gifts from our sponsors and supporters, the NODCC is able to offer an affordable conference registration fee (including meals) :
- Early Bird Rate – $325
- Regular – $375
- At the Door – $450
Registration Fee Includes:
- Admission to the 3-Day Conference (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) including 50 lectures and discussion groups
- Thursday evening Family Meet and Greet with a no host bar
- Friday afternoon lunch, Friday evening dinner and special evening program
- Saturday afternoon lunch and Saturday evening dinner and dance
- Exhibitors providing a variety of helpful information and services
- Complimentary childcare in the Kids & Teens Camps for registered attendees aged 2–17
- The hotel will provide a cash and carry breakfast cart on Friday and Saturday mornings in the conference area
Lodging
The 2026 conference will be held at the Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel located at One Hartsfield Centre Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30354. The Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel is located only few miles from Atlanta International Airport, and a quick drive from the downtown Atlanta area. The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service, and the NODCC self-parking rate is 15.00 USD per day.
Conference FAQs
When and Where is the NODCC 2026 Conference?
The 2026 conference will be held July 23-25 at the Renaissance Concourse Atlanta Airport Hotel located at One Hartsfield Centre Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30354.
Who attends the conference and what is the atmosphere like?
What is included in the conference registration amount?
- Admission to the 3-Day Conference (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) including 50 lectures and discussion groups
- Thursday evening Family Meet and Greet with a no host bar
- Friday afternoon lunch, Friday evening dinner and special evening program
- Saturday afternoon lunch and Saturday evening dinner and dance
- Exhibitors providing a variety of helpful information and services
- Complimentary childcare in the Kids & Teens Camps for registered attendees aged 2–17
- The hotel will provide a cash and carry breakfast cart on Friday and Saturday mornings in the conference area
Is childcare provided?
- The Kids and Teens Camps are open to children with a DCC and their siblings (ages 2-17). These camps offer a multitude of fun activities, games and crafts. Camps will be supervised by Corporate Kids Events (CKE) and registration will be handled online by CKE.
- The CKE team is experienced in working with children on the autism spectrum and those with epilepsy. It would be beneficial to have a brief discussion with a staff member during drop-off to address any specific concerns you may have.
- Diaper changing services are available for children aged 0-4 years. For children older than 4, CKE kindly requests that a parent or guardian takes care of these tasks.
- For more information on CKE go to: https://conferencechildcare.com/
- Please note out of respect for our conference presenters we discourage bringing children into the lectures and discussion groups. Only those children who are paid conference attendees may attend the camps. Both programs are fully funded through the fundraising efforts of many NODCC families and conference sponsors.
When will registration open?
Registration will open online early 2026! We will not be providing a virtual conference option in 2026.
When will the schedule be available?
The full schedule for the 2026 Conference will be released in the coming months. Stay tuned!
Why is it so expensive to attend the conference?
We understand that registration for the NODCC Conference can be costly. Our financial goal for the NODCC Conference is only to break even. We know the importance of gathering our community and providing you with educational resources, and we try to do that as affordably as possible.
In order to put on a successful conference of this size, expenses include, but are not limited to, meeting room space, technology, and providing food and beverage for conference attendees. It is always our goal to offer an informative and effective conference that is as cost-manageable for our community as possible. The NODCC works to minimize the prices of registration fees by obtaining other funding sources through in-kind donations, sponsors, and exhibitors. The NODCC also offers financial assistance to help attend for those in need. We have compiled funding opportunities that may help offset costs of attending the Disorders of the Corpus Callosum Conference HERE.
Is there a plan to livestream or record the conference?
While we won’t be live-streaming this year’s conference sessions, recordings will be available on our YouTube channel afterward for on-demand viewing.
What is the weather like in Atlanta in July?
The average temperatures for Atlanta in July are 88°F to 92°F for the high and 70°F to 74°F for the low.
Is there a dress code?
- Summer is hot in Atlanta, so come dressed for the weather. Traditionally, everyone wears a t-shirt on Friday evening from their “home state.” The remainder of the weekend dress attire is casual – wear what is comfortable for you. Kindly note it has been our experience that the hotel lobbies and meeting rooms may seem chilly to some visitors, so please bring a light sweater with you, or consider dressing in “layers.”
- Children attending the Kids and Teens Camps should be dressed in comfortable, casual clothing, which are okay to get stained, and because the childcare rooms may sometimes be cool, include a sweater or sweatshirt.
- Be sure to bring your camera to capture your favorite moments. If you would like to wear a photo of your child (especially those attending without their children), bring it with you, and we will provide a plastic sleeve to wear it with your name badge.
What is there to do in Atlanta?
For more information on things to do in Atlanta, visit https://discoveratlanta.com/ or https://www.atlantaga.gov/visitors
How can I contact the conference support team for further assistance?
The National Organization for Disorders of the Corpus Callosum (NODCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2003 for individuals living with a disorder of the corpus callosum, their families, and supporting professionals.
Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our federal tax I.D. number is 33-1029337.
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