Welcome

The ABCD Study® is the largest long-term study of brain development and child health in the United States. An early goal of this landmark study was to create a unique data resource for the scientific community by embracing an open science model. The ABCD Study ® has been committed to regular curated data releases since 2018.

The purpose of this meeting is to bring together researchers who are leveraging this open science data from the ABCD Study ® to share innovative findings and emerging insights about adolescent development. The meeting aims to foster collaboration among scientists from multiple disciplines and career stages and provide opportunities for sharing novel perspectives through data presentations, roundtable discussions, and interactive poster sessions. The meeting will also provide opportunities for researchers to connect with members of the ABCD consortium and NIH program staff.

New to the ABCD Study®? Email adolescentbrain@mail.nih.gov for information about how to access the data.

The meeting will take place over 3 days, starting with a virtual kickoff on February 28, including a keynote address from the NIDA Director, Dr. Nora Volkow, scientific sessions, and virtual poster sessions. The main meeting will take place on March 3-4 in person at the Natcher Conference Center on the NIH Campus with a virtual option via Zoom.