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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 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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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

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Scientists identify shared gut microbiome dysregulation in Parkinson’s disease and inflammatory bowel disease patients

IU researchers have discovered new biological evidence that suggests chronic inflammation in the gut may contribute to the onset and progression of Parkinson’s disease.

April 10, 2026

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First-of-its-kind treatment marks ‘huge leap forward’ in caring for adults with hydrocephalus

Bradley Bohnstedt has now treated two patients as part of a pioneering clinical trial for adults living with a life-threatening condition caused by a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain.

April 01, 2026

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Indiana team a finalist for Alzheimer's disease research prize

A collaboration between IU School of Medicine, the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute and Notre Dame University, the Aletheia team was selected from more than 180 teams worldwide to be among the 10 semifinalists at the Alzheimer's disease summit.

March 20, 2026

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Miles to go: IU researcher makes redefining caregiver support her personal mission

IU researcher and clinical psychologist Miriam Rodriguez is making it her personal mission to redefine caregiving for people with dementia, using the same grit and determination gained from half marathon running. 

March 17, 2026

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Pain researcher mixes preclinical, clinical research to study chronic pain in patients with mild traumatic brain injuries

Fletcher White leads a research team investigating how chronic pain develops in patients who have a history of mild traumatic brain injuries.

March 12, 2026

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IU neuropsychologist dedicated to transforming brain heath care and research for Hispanic communities

Patricia Garcia combines her passion for cross-cultural research with bilingual clinical care to improve outcomes for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, traumatic brain injury and other neurodegenerative disorders.

March 04, 2026

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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

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