The fifth biennial symposium on body fluid biomarkers for inflammation and neurodegeneration will bring together students, Ph.D. students, postdocs, senior researchers, and clinicians involved in all aspects of in the search for biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases. Important topics in the center of attention of biomarker research today will be highlighted and updated by invited key scientists in the field. The atmosphere for discussion is anticipated to be informal and lively, with ample opportunities for forming new collaborations and relationships. For all attendants there will be different opportunities to present data, either through selected oral presentations or posters.