2026 CURE GABA-A Family & Scientific Conference
2026
CURE GABA-A Family & Scientific
Conference
November 5-7th • 8:00 am
HYATT REGENCY ORLANDO, FLORIDA
Two days of scientific presentations, family programming, GABA-A Receptor research updates, and global collaboration.
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What, When and Where
Featured Talks & Speakers
What to Expect
Discover the leading voices shaping the future of GABAAR research.
Our 2026 conference features presentations from global experts in GABAAR science, neuroscience, clinical care, gene therapy, and translational research.
Attendees will hear the latest updates on GABAAR science, therapeutic development, natural history studies, iPSC research, animal models, and real-world clinical insights.
2026 Conference Highlights
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- GABA-A receptor biology and disease mechanisms
- Natural history studies and the importance of clinical trial readiness
- Patient registries and data collection
- Biomarkers and clinical outcome measures
- Preclinical models and translational research
- Gene therapy and therapeutic development
- Clinical trial readiness and future therapeutic pathways
- Global collaboration across the GABA-A community
Venue
Our venue will be the Hyatt Regency Orlando Conference Center
Hotel Room Block (Across the street)
Rosen Centre Hotel
Address: 9840 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819
Official program dates: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 through Sunday, November 8, 2026
Conference dates: November 6–7, 2026
Disneyland/Disney family day: November 5, 2026, with more details coming soon
Suggested arrival: November 4 for families attending the Disney day
Suggested checkout: November 7 or November 8, depending on travel plans
Group name: CURE GABA-A
Room block name: CURE GABA-A – Room Block
Total rooms blocked: 160 room nights
Room block pattern:
* November 4: 20 rooms
* November 5: 50 rooms
* November 6: 50 rooms
* November 7: 40 rooms
Group room rate: $169 per night for single/double occupancy
Additional person fee: $20 per person
Taxes/fees: Room rate is exclusive of taxes and fees, currently including 12.5% state/local taxes and a 1% OCCCD fund
Children: No charge for children ages 17 and under when using existing bedding
Booking deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM EST
After the deadline: Reservations will be accepted based on availability and may be at the higher of the group rate or the hotel’s available rate at that time
Booking by phone: Guests may call 1-800-204-7234 or 407-996-9842 and ask for the CURE GABA-A group rate
Online booking link: Coming soon
Deposit/payment: Individual guests are responsible for their own room, tax, and incidental charges
Reservation guarantee: Rooms must be secured with a credit card, debit card, cash, check, or money order
Cancellation policy: Individual guestroom cancellations must be made at least 5 days before arrival to avoid forfeiting one night’s room and tax
Shortened stay fee: Changes to departure date after check-in may result in a one-time $75 administrative fee, unless due to a documented family emergency
Check-in: After 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Wi-Fi: Complimentary basic Wi-Fi is included in guestrooms and public areas, excluding meeting/convention areas
Resort fee: No resort fee
Parking: Discounted overnight self-parking rate of $15 per night for attendees during program dates
Accessible/ADA rooms: Guests needing accessible rooms or auxiliary aids should request them directly with the hotel when booking
Important hotel note: Guests should confirm they are booking at Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive, as there are multiple Rosen hotels in the area
Source: Rosen Centre Hotel room block agreement for CURE GABA-A.
Travel Planning
To help families manage costs, we encourage booking airfare as early as July. Flights to Orlando tend to increase in price as summer approaches, so early planning can make a big difference.
For Families
Learn the latest science in a supportive environment
Connect with families from around the world
Access resources and variant-specific insights
Participate in biosample programs that accelerate research
Meet the scientists who are actively working on GABAAR therapeutics
Researchers & Clinicians
Present your work to a global, engaged audience
Access a rare and concentrated dataset across GABA-A receptor variants
Engage directly with families and community leaders
Collaborate with global labs
For Sponsors
Align with high-impact rare disease research
Gain visibility among families, scientists, and clinicians
Support the advancement of GABAAR therapeutics
Reinforce your corporate commitment to neurological innovation
Our Sponsors
Thanking our previous years sponsors
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Contact Us
Have questions? We’re here to help.
Email: info@curegabaa.org
30765 Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 366 Malibu, CA 90265 United States
EIN: 93-1989277