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

Feb 26 12:00pm

Stark Seminar Series: Illumina Seminar - Jared Shelerud

Stark Seminar Series: Spring 2026

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Mar 02 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Adult Neurology Grand Rounds with Dr. Jorge Llibre Guerra

Guest speaker Dr. Jorge Llibre Guerra will present “Alzheimer’s Disease Across the Spectrum: Clinical, Biomarker, and Neuropathological Comparisons from Autosomal Dominant to Late-Onset Forms.”

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

Mar 04 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Department of Neurosurgery Kalsbeck Lecture

Department of Neurological Surgery and Riley Children Foundation’s 5th Annual Kalsbeck Lecture

Riley Hospital for Children

Neuroscience News

Dr. Jason Chu performing surgery in the OR

IU neurosurgeon revolutionizing hydrocephalus care for children with innovative research

Jason Chu is part of a team of researchers in the Department of Neurological Surgery leading efforts to develop new, safe therapies for patients of all ages living with the life-threatening condition. 

February 18, 2026

Haley Basinger shows a patient information on a card. Ann Jones stands behind her looking at the patient.

Growing vascular fellowship bolsters stroke treatment and discovery

IU School of Medicine’s long-standing excellence in vascular neurology will continue to grow as the Department of Neurology's fellowship program expands to two positions in 2026. 

February 13, 2026

A woman works in her lab

Researchers identify promising Alzheimer’s disease drug target

The team found that removing an enzyme from neurons in the brain substantially reduces amyloid plaques — a hallmark characteristic of the disease — and may provide further resilience against disease progression.

February 12, 2026

Jerilyn Nova and Stefanie Rodenbeck meet with a pediatric patient at the IU Health Neuroscience Center

Fellow pioneers Indiana's first pediatric neuroimmunology clinic

The new neuroimmunology clinic at Riley Children’s Health will provide multidisciplinary care for Hoosier children living with multiple sclerosis and other neuroinflammatory disorders.

January 16, 2026

a researcher uses a pipette

Study finds genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease disrupts brain connectivity

A well-known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease worsens damage to white matter tissues in the brain that are crucial for communication between different brain regions.

December 16, 2025