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Cerebrovascular expert brings background in stroke and Alzheimer’s disease research to the IU School of Medicine

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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Two IU leaders in Alzheimer's disease research receive international acclaim

IU Alzheimer's disease researchers Bruce Lamb and Donna Wilcock received prestigious awards at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, recognizing them as leaders and mentors in the field.

July 29, 2025

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IU School of Medicine researchers receive top awards at international Alzheimer’s disease conference

Research leaders at the IU School of Medicine will receive two of the top six awards given out by the Alzheimer’s Association at its annual international conference.

July 28, 2025

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Researchers bring promising Alzheimer’s drug target closer to potential clinical trials

IU School of Medicine researchers aim to develop a new treatment for neurodegeneration by targeting an immune cell-specific gene associated with Alzheimer's disease.

July 14, 2025

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IU-led Alzheimer’s drug discovery center moves forward with promising new therapeutic targets

IU School of Medicine researchers have identified a portfolio of novel drug targets that may accelerate promising treatments for people living with Alzheimer’s disease.

July 14, 2025

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Basic science researcher blends academic, industry experience to lead Alzheimer's drug discovery efforts

Timothy Richardson is a research professor of medicine at the IU School of Medicine and helps lead the TREAT-AD drug discovery center.

June 16, 2025

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IU School of Medicine research helps lead to FDA clearance of first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease

The blood test is for adults 55 and older who exhibit symptoms and is the first of its kind, with more than 90% effectiveness. 

June 09, 2025

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Researchers investigating how gut bacteria impacts Alzheimer’s disease progression

A team of researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine is investigating a bacterial connection between the gut microbiome and microglia actions in Alzheimer’s disease. Growing evidence has shown that the gut can impact a person’s neurological health and potentially the progression of neurodegeneration.

May 28, 2025

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Study investigating why people who sustain traumatic brain injuries have a higher chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers from the Indiana University School of Medicine are investigating why individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injuries — whether from a single or repeated impacts — have nearly two to four times greater the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

May 20, 2025

Jignesh Tailor, MD, PhD, conducts research in his lab.

IU neuroscientist studying potential drug targets for debilitating tumors that grow on nerves

Jignesh Tailor hopes his studies into the role of NF2 gene mutation in neural stem cell differentiation failure and tumorigenesis will lead to new therapeutics for children living with the rare genetic condition.

May 06, 2025

Selena Wang presents her poster at the 2025 Spring ADRC meeting in San Francisco.

IU researcher seeks to solve 'black box' nature of AI, presents groundbreaking research at Spring ADRC

IU School of Medicine's Selena Wang is trying find the answer to many complexities of the brain and Alzheimer's disease using artificial intelligence.

May 06, 2025

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ALS researcher aims to discover hidden causes of neuromuscular disease on quest for new therapies

ALS Awareness Month: Brian Pierchala, PhD, is growing ALS research at IU School of Medicine through the Motoneuron Club and collaborative science.

May 02, 2025