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Researchers develop human stem cell model to study how different types of cells are damaged in glaucoma
Scientists are taking a deeper look into how three types of cells found in the eye’s retina interact in the presence of glaucoma when grown ...
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IU neurologist advances promising therapies for myotonic dystrophy
Historically, treatment for myotonic dystrophy type 1 has focused on managing symptoms. Adam Comer is now working to change the course of the disease for ...
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Alzheimer’s disease researcher looks back at early days of neuroscience research, importance of mentoring as he nears retirement
After nearly 50 years leading neuroscience research investigations and education programs, Gary Landreth, the Martin Professor of Alzheimer's Research and a professor of anatomy, cell ...
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![Malú Gámez Tansey speaks with Andrea Merchak and Prithwijit Duttagupta as they walk down a brightly-lit hallway.]()
IU’s brain health ‘powerhouse’ targets inflammation in fight against Parkinson’s
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are exploring new avenues in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects over 1.1 ...
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When seconds count: Telestroke brings experts to bedside remotely for patients at rural hospitals
Vascular neurologists at Indiana University School of Medicine and IU Health are equalizing outcomes for patients across Indiana through telestroke. Martinsville patient Brady Powers credits ...
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New spine neurosurgeon brings passion for minimally invasive care to IU
With formal training in both neurosurgery and orthopedic spine surgery, Frank Yuk provides comprehensive care for the full spectrum of spinal disorders through a multidisciplinary ...
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![Kyle Gospodarek stands in a lab at the IU Hydrocephalus Research Center. He is wearing a blue shirt and tie and has a short buzzcut.]()
Living with hydrocephalus: IU professor shares his story as Hydrocephalus Research Center aims to develop non-surgical treatments
Kyle Gospodarek has lived with hydrocephalus since age 6. Now an assistant professor at IU School of Medicine—Northwest-Gary, he will be speaking at the 2026 ...
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National training program prepares early-career investigators to lead neurological clinical trials
Funded by the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke, the Clinical Trials Methodology Course is designed to train investigators with limited clinical research experience ...
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IU researchers present more than 180 sessions, workshops and exhibits at international Alzheimer’s disease conference
IU researchers are presenting more than 180 posters, research talks, sessions and exhibits at the conference, demonstrating the school’s comprehensive Alzheimer’s disease research program.
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A legacy of hope: Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund drives discovery for rare childhood brain tumors
In honor of Cecilia Crockett, the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund supports research aimed at understanding how pediatric brain tumors form, evolve and resist treatment.
