Neurology News

IU neurologist advances promising therapies for myotonic dystrophy

Historically, treatment for myotonic dystrophy type 1 has focused on managing symptoms. Adam Comer is now working to change the course of the disease for patients through clinical research at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

September 23, 2026

IU’s brain health ‘powerhouse’ targets inflammation in fight against Parkinson’s

Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are exploring new avenues in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects over 1.1 million Americans.

August 31, 2026

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

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

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

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