Neuroscience Institute

The Indiana School of Medicine-Indiana University Health Neuroscience Institute will be a recognized leader and premier destination for the prevention, treatment and cure of disorders of the nervous system through innovative multidisciplinary patient care, research and education

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Transformative approach to multidisciplinary care, training and research

The Neuroscience Institute draws on the longstanding national and international reputation of top talent and collaboration across the Indiana University School of Medicine and Indiana University Health to further the advancements in disorders of the nervous system. From bench research to translational and clinical research crossing multiple specialties and diseases, the Neuroscience Institute is dedicated to providing Hoosiers access to the entire spectrum of services — from prevention to diagnosis to treatment. The institute is organized around centers, which are defined by the provision of centralized services across the continuum of care. Centers are developed based on existing strengths in clinical care, research and education to advance growth and innovation while providing an exceptionally high level of care to meet health needs.

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When you need care, our highly skilled providers are ready to see you. Schedule an appointment with a physician from the Neuroscience Institute at IU Health. Call 1.888.484.3258 to connect directly or click on the find a doctor link below to search for a provider to fit your clinical needs.

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Upcoming Neuroscience events

Oct 31 11:45am - 3:30pm

Long Family Invitational Lecture

Long Family Invitational Lecture and Annual Cerebrovascular Diseases Symposium

Goodman Hall Auditorium

Nov 05 12:00pm

TOX-AD Special Seminar: Lee E. Goldstein, MD, PhD 

Stark Seminar Series: Fall 2025 - Special Seminar

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Nov 05 5:00pm - 6:45pm

Mealey Lecture

Medical Education Research Building

Neuroscience News

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Summer programs pave the way for future of research in medicine

Each summer, the IU School of Medicine hosts students at the high school and university levels for research programs that provide learners with hands-on experiences and the opportunity to interact with faculty.

October 20, 2025

Deb Lahiri works with a pipette in his lab at IU School of Medicine.

Renowned autism researcher named Alan H. Cohen Family Professor of Psychiatry

Debomoy K. Lahiri, PhD, an IU Distinguished Professor of psychiatry, has been named the Alan H. Cohen Family Professor of Psychiatry. 

October 20, 2025

Crystal Shipp, Jeff Dage and Sophia Wang speaking during a break at a IU symposium

Finding strength and support: The 19th annual Martin Family Alzheimer's Disease Caregivers Symposium

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be an incredibly tough journey, requiring great strength, resilience and a continuous quest for knowledge and support. The Martin Family Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver Symposium has been a beacon of hope and a vital resource for nearly twenty years for Hoosiers and many others. 

October 08, 2025

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Researchers create ‘optic nerve on a chip’ to study how glaucoma damages cells that connect the eye to the brain

IU School of Medicine researchers have developed an “optic nerve on a chip," which models retinal ganglion cells derived from human pluripotent stem cells. The 3D chip allows the team to separate these cells into specific channels to pinpoint where damage from glaucoma occurs.

September 17, 2025

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Researcher studies neuron link between impulsivity and alcohol use disorder

Nearly 28.9 million people over the age of 12 in the U.S. lived with an alcohol use disorder in the past year. A postdoctoral fellow at the IU School of Medicine is investigating how specific neurons found in the brain’s prefrontal cortex may impact impulsive behaviors among those with a genetic risk for alcohol use disorder.

September 11, 2025