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.

Centers

Upcoming Neuroscience events

May 13 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Department of Neurosurgery Frew Lecture

Department of Neurological Surgery and Indiana University Health Foundation’s 23rd Annual Jack and Sabina Frew Lecture

Goodman Hall, 362 W. 15th St. Indianapolis, IN 46202

May 14 12:00pm

Stark Core Series: Bruker Multiomics | Rahul Rattan, PhD

Stark Core Series

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

May 28 12:00pm

Stark Core Series: Focused Ultrasound System Instruments

Stark Core Series

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Neuroscience News

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IU neurotrauma researchers discover FDA-approved drug can be repurposed as treatment for spinal cord injury

Researchers at the IU School of Medicine have discovered that a FDA-approved drug that's widely used as a sedative in hospitals can be repurposed as an early neuroprotective therapy after spinal cord injury.

May 06, 2026

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Goodman Scholarship supports IU alumnus' journey in neurosurgery

Since 2010, 39 fourth-year IU medical students have been awarded the Goodman Scholarship, named in honor of the late Julius M. Goodman, one of the country’s top neurosurgeons. 

May 06, 2026

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IU neuropsychologist's Fulbright journey accelerates addiction research

David Kareken, professor of neurology and director of the Indiana Alcohol Research Center, spent four months in France conducting functional neuroimaging research as part of the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.

April 29, 2026

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Scientists map ‘energy network patterns’ in brain to track Alzheimer’s disease across disease spectrum

Researchers use graph theory to discover how networks in the brain reorganize as Alzheimer’s disease progresses in humans.

April 28, 2026

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IU Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship shapes the next generation of leaders

Since 1991, 16 neurosurgeons have graduated from the program and gone on to care for children with complex neurological disorders at institutions across the world.

April 13, 2026