17th International Conference of the Society on Sarcopenia, Cachexia, & Wasting Disorders
6-8 December 2024
Marriott Georgetown WASHINGTON DC, USA
Join researchers, clinicians, academic experts, investigators and industry leaders to advance research, education and foster collaboration in person about both basic science and clinical pathways. A unique opportunity to contribute to a fast evolving field, to share your latest research, network with international experts and create lasting impact in the lives of patients worldwide.
Seating is limited to 350 attendees. Save your seat now and register
About the Conference
The International Conference of the Society on Sarcopenia, Cachexia, & Wasting Disorders (SCWD) is an annual high-level congress hosted by SCWD, a non-profit scientific organization in partnership with leading research institutes. Our mission is to bring together experts from around the globe to share insights, research, and innovative ideas related to sarcopenia, cachexia and wasting disorders, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange across various disciplines.
Exploring Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Wasting disorders
Uniting Global Experts: Advancing Research and Collaboration
We are delighted to invite you to the 17th International Conference of the Society on Sarcopenia, Cachexia, & Wasting Disorders (SCWD), taking place in Washington DC, USA, at the Marriott Georgetown, from December 6-8, 2024. The conference will be chaired by Professor Stefan Anker (Berlin, Germany) and Professor Jeffrey Crawford (Durham, USA).
The SCWD Board is committed to providing an exceptional experience that meets the needs of our global community. The conference aims to:
- Foster in-person connections and collaboration among the cachexia and sarcopenia communities;
- Share the latest advancements in research and treatment;
- Offer accessible virtual options for remote participation through a digital interactive platform;
Prof. Stefan Anker (President, SCWD)
Prof. Jeffrey Crawford
Register Now!
Embrace this opportunity to redefine the field and create lasting impact in the lives of patients worldwide.
Our Valued Sponsors in 2023
Supporting SCWD's Mission to Advance Medical Research
The 16th international Conference of the Society on Cachexia, Sarcopenia & Muscle Wasting, will take place on 17-19 June 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden, under the guidance of Chairs of the SCWD, Professor Stefan Anker (Berlin, Germany) and Professor Gianluigi Savarese (Stockholm, Sweden).
To make sure the international community around the world keeps abreast with the latest advancements after the challenging COVID 19 pandemic and the recent events in Eastern Europe, the Board of the SCWD is determined to create the best possible conditions for the cachexia and sarcopenia community to meet in person. SCWD will also make sure highlights of the conference are accessible with virtual options to attend remotely via our digital interactive platform.
Abstract submission will open on December. Please visit our website regularly for updates.
We hope to see you in Stockholm and look forward to working with you again to continue the tradition of a mutually rewarding and intellectually stimulating SCWD conference!
“The beauty of #SCWD22 being hybrid in-person & online is that hopefully I can catch up with the ones I miss later!”
Neysa Vaughan, Med Educator/Cancer Cachexia Researcher
“A superb conference for staying abreast of the latest therapeutic advancements in cachexia and sarcopenia, presented by esteemed experts.”
“An outstanding gathering showcasing cutting-edge research and innovations in the field of cachexia and sarcopenia“
JOIN US FOR THE LEADING INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON CACHEXIA AND SARCOPENIA
More Than 63 International Speakers in 2023