2026 Midwest Aging Consortium
We are pleased to welcome you to Chicago, Illinois, for the 7th Annual Midwest Aging Consortium. Your participation reflects the shared commitment and growing impact of our community in advancing the field of aging research.
Since its inception, the MAC has served as a collaborative hub, bringing together leading institutions across the Midwest to accelerate progress in the science of aging. This unique consortium leverages the individual strengths of its member institutions—including the Mayo Clinic and the Universities of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas State, Northwestern, North Dakota, Ohio State, Wayne State, Iowa State, Illinois-Chicago, Xavier, and Southern Illinois—to foster a culture of shared innovation and discovery.
Symposium Organizers
Speakers and Schedule
Information on the 2026 Consortium schedule and speakers will be available soon.
Abstract Submission
The deadline to submit your abstract is March 1, 2026. There is no cost to submit your abstract. Please click here to submit your abstract:
2026 Midwest Aging Consortium Abstract Submission Form – Fill out form
Accommodations
The Hyatt Centric is connected to the Feinberg School of Medicine campus and the conference venue via an enclosed, climate controlled sky bridge. There are several hotels that are within walking distance of the conference venue:
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AC Hotel by Marriott, 630 North Rush, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Aloft Chicago Mag Mile, 243 East Ontario, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Courtyard by Marriott, 165 East Ontario, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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DoubleTree by Hilton*, 300 East Ohio, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Embassy Suites, 511 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Embassy Suites, 600 North State Street, IL 60654 |
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Hampton Inn, 160 East Huron, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Homewood Suites, 152 East Huron, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Hotel Saint Clair, 162 E Ontario, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Hyatt Centric Chicago*, 633 North St. Clair, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Omni Hotel, 676 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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W Chicago, 644 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611 |
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Warwick Allerton, 701 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 |
* Discounted Rates Available. Must use link above or indicate you are a guest of Northwestern University when making reservation.
Public Transportation
During rush hour (7-9 AM and 4-6 PM) or inclement weather: The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) offers train service to/from both O’Hare and Midway airports and can be the most reliable way to reach our campus.
During non-peak travel times: Taxis or ride sharing services are also good options to travel to our campus.
CTA Service
You will need a Ventra Card to use the train and bus in Chicago. You can purchase a card online or at any CTA station. The fare is $5 for the train from O’Hare and $0.25 for the bus transfer (used within 2 hours of original fare).
Route from O'Hare
- From O’Hare International Airport Terminals 1, 2, or 3, follow signs that say “CTA Trains” or “Trains to City” which will take you to the O’Hare Blue Line station on the lower level.
- Take the Blue Line train to the Clark/Lake station to transfer to the Red Line. From the Red Line station at Lake, take the Red Line train heading north to the Howard station. Get off at the Chicago station (second stop). Go east on Chicago Avenue to Michigan Avenue, then head south to the street of your hotel. (Superior, Huron, or Erie Street, ~0.3 miles)
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- From O’Hare International Airport Terminals 1, 2, or 3, follow signs that say “CTA Trains” or “Trains to City” which will take you to the O’Hare Blue Line station on the lower level.
- Take the Blue Line train and get off at the Chicago station. Take the CTA Bus #66 east to Navy Pier. Get off at the Superior, Huron, or Erie stop, depending on your hotel.
Route from Midway
- From Midway International Airport, follow signs that say “CTA Trains” or “Trains to City” which will take you to the Midway Orange Line station located on the east side of the airport.
- Take the Orange Line train to the State/Lake station to transfer to the Red Line. From the Red Line station at Lake, take the Red Line train heading north to the Howard station. Get off at the Chicago station (second stop). Go east on Chicago Avenue to Michigan Avenue, then head south to the street of your hotel. (Superior, Huron, or Erie Street, ~0.3 miles)
Campus Shuttle Bus Service
The Intercampus Shuttle runs between the Chicago and Evanston campus on Monday through Friday.