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

Aug 20 12:00pm

Ribbon Bio Lunch n’ Learn | Mike Valliere, PhD

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Aug 27 12:00pm

Stark Seminar Series: Donna Wilcock, PhD

Stark Seminar Series Fall

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Sep 03 12:00pm

Stark Seminar Series: Junfang Wu, PhD

Stark Seminar Series Fall

NEUROSCIENCES RESEARCH BUILDING

Neuroscience News

Dr. Frank Yuk performs a spinal operation in the OR

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 approach.

August 05, 2026

Brady Powers lies in a hospital bed with his parents standing at either side of the bed. Powers is smiling and wearing a hospital gown.

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 telestroke with saving his brain function.

August 05, 2026

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 HA Connect National Conference on Hydrocephalus on what it's like growing up with this debilitating medical condition.

July 21, 2026

A group photo of the 2026 CTMC cohort

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 in the best practices of clinical trial design and execution.

July 20, 2026

a line of the King's Guard stands in front of the AAIC 26 logo

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.

July 13, 2026