WELCOME

We are delighted to welcome you to a first of its kind: DCD15-IMDRC6, a joint conference of the International Motor Development Research Consortium and the International Society of Research and Advocacy for Development Coordination Disorder, which will take place 5-8th June in the beautiful, vibrant city of Ghent, Belgium.

With the theme “Thinking outside the box”, this event will bring together scientists and practitioners from different, yet adjacent, (research) fields focusing on the challenges and strengths of motor development, developmental coordination disorder and beyond.

We aim to share knowledge and expertise on (motor) development in children, adolescents, adults and elderly, from a holistic perspective, including motor, cognitive, socio-emotional, educational, health, and environmental perspectives.

We look forward to contributions on typical development, DCD and other neurodevelopmental conditions, and hope to welcome scholars, therapists, psychologists, paediatricians, teachers, movement scientists, families and patients eager to share their knowledge and lived experiences to improve the lives of each developing individual.

Prof. Matthieu Lenoir
Prof. Lynn Bar-On
Prof. Frederik Deconinck

IMDRC DCD trailer

KEY DATES

Call for abstracts

15 October 2023

Registration open

4 December 2023

Deadline for abstract submissions

15 January 2024

Early registration deadline

8 March 2024

Notification of acceptance

19 February 2024

Conference Days

5 – 8 June 2024

Welcome to The Bijloke Gent

The Bijloke radiates with its beautifully preserved historical grandeur, situated on the outskirts of the heart of Ghent. Thanks to a meticulous renovation, this location has transformed into a true architectural gem.

To get from Brussels to The Bijloke, you have several transportation options to consider.

BY TRAIN

  • Depart from Brussels-Midi train station to Gent-Sint-Pieters train station. This journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes.
  • From Gent-Sint-Pieters, you can take a taxi to the Bijloke, which takes about 10-15 minutes. Or you can take a tram or bus to the center of Gent. From here, it’s a short walk to The Bijloke

BY CAR

  • Take the E40 highway from Brussels heading towards Ghent
  • Follow the signs to Ghent and take the exit towards Ghent-centrum (Ghent Center)
  • Park your car in one of the parking garages near The Bijloke. There are several parking options available.

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