The findings highlight the major role inflammation plays in neurodegenerative disease progression.
November 07, 2025
New division chief devoted to building ‘pediatric neuroscience center of excellence’
When he’s not meeting with families in the clinic or performing life-changing procedures in the operating room, Charles Stevenson, MD, dedicates his efforts to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research.November 04, 2025
Beyond the lab: Community liaisons contribute to breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research at IU
As a community research liaison for the Department of Neurology, Zipporah Melton was determined to break down the multifaceted barriers that often prevent underrepresented communities from participating in clinical trails.November 03, 2025
Sohail Noor, PhD, aims to make deep brain stimulation more precise and effective for patients experiencing debilitating mental health conditions such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and addiction.
October 23, 2025
Renowned autism researcher named Alan H. Cohen Family Professor of Psychiatry
Debomoy K. Lahiri, PhD, distinguished professor and professor of psychiatry and medical and molecular genetics, has been named the Alan H. Cohen Family Professor of Psychiatry.October 20, 2025
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
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
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
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
As director of the IU Center for Neurodegenerative Disorders, Donna Wilcock leads one of the nation’s largest treatment and clinical trial sites for Alzheimer’s disease.
September 02, 2025
New equipment will advance IU’s neuroimaging research capabilities
New MRI scanner will provide 4K video resolution for a variety of neurological research projects.August 27, 2025
Candice Brown joined the IU School of Medicine to grow the school’s neurovascular basic science and clinical research programs.
August 14, 2025
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