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RESEARCH
Parkinson's researchers discover 'tip of the ICE-berg' on quest for a cure
Parkinson's researcher Malú Tansey brings cell-level science to IU’s already strong clinical research program. Her lab engages in "paradigm-shifting work" studying inflammation and immune response in Parkinson's.
EDUCATION
IU School of Medicine celebrates Match Day 2025
The Indiana University School of Medicine congratulates the fourth-year medical students who successfully paired with residency programs as part of Match Day 2025.
"Every single one of you is a success story."
PATIENT CARE
IU's Rare Disease Clinic solves 10-year medical mystery for Indianapolis girl with unknown neurodevelopmental disorder
The Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine investigates the cold cases of rare disease. Genetic detectives solved a case for a girl with mystery symptoms and no diagnosis.
THE LATEST
IU School of Medicine dedicates Medical Education and Research Building in new Indy Health District
On April 22, 2025, IU held a dedication ceremony for the School of Medicine’s new Medical Education and Research Building that will open this summer right next to IU Health's new hospital in the Indy Health District.April 22, 2025
Celebrating 75 years of neurosurgery at the IU School of Medicine
With 75 years of world-class neurosurgery expertise, the Department of Neurological Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine continues to be at the forefront among national and international leaders in how it treats patients, investigates new therapeutics and trains the next generation of neurosurgeons.April 15, 2025
Neurosurgery alum reflects on breadth of experience at IU School of Medicine
Over the course of his seven years at the IU School of Medicine, Mohamed Zaazoue, MD, MS, MBA, who graduated residency in 2024, was able to translate his “hands-on” approach to life into the operating room.
April 14, 2025
Chuckstrong raises more than $1.1 million for IU cancer research
The Chuckstrong initiative has enabled the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center to accelerate cancer research by recruiting top-level researchers and purchasing sophisticated laboratory instruments to make scientific advances against the disease.
April 12, 2025
Alcohol Awareness Month Research Highlight: Q&A with David A. Kareken PhD
With April being Alcohol Awareness Month, we sat down with David A. Kareken, PhD, director of the Indiana Alcohol Research Center, to discuss work being done at the center, his own career and role as director, and some of his proudest achievements with the center.April 10, 2025
Mastering the art of surgery: Neurosurgeon launches microsurgical neuroanatomy laboratory
João Paulo Almeida, MD, PhD, joined the IU School of Medicine Department of Neurological Surgery as the Robert L. Campbell Scholar in Neurological Surgery in November 2024. He serves as the director of skull base and pituitary surgery and brings a vast track record in endoscopic skull base approaches, pituitary tumor resection, and complex cranial surgery.
April 10, 2025
Where the science leads: Newly named AAAS Fellows share adventures in scientific discovery
Two IU School of Medicine faculty named AAAS Fellows: Elliot Androphy, MD, and Mark Kaplan, PhD, share their unexpected scientific discoveries as they aim to end deaths from HPV-caused cancers and peanut allergy-induced anaphylaxis.April 10, 2025
Physician in new School of Medicine leadership role will serve as a scientific lead for IU LAB
D. Wade Clapp has been named the inaugural senior associate dean for entrepreneurial research and commercialization for the IU School of Medicine.
April 09, 2025
Class of 1975 graduate celebrates 50 years with IU School of Medicine—West Lafayette
Patrick O’Neil, MD, Class of 1975, has been teaching at IU School of Medicine--West Lafayette for nearly 50 years. The campus honors him for his longstanding commitment to training physicians in Indiana.April 04, 2025
Wilderness Medicine students take crash course in venom at Indianapolis Zoo
Members of the Wilderness Medicine Student Interest Group, offered through the IU School of Medicine, didn't have to travel to a foreign land for a crash course in venomous spiders and serpents. They simply ventured a few miles down the road to visit the medical school's downtown neighbor, the Indianapolis Zoo.
April 02, 2025
After earning his medical degree and neurological surgery residency training in India, Devi Patra, MD moved to the United States in 2016 for advanced training. Over the past decade, Patra has completed one research fellowship, three clinical fellowships and a second neurological surgical residency in the U.S. while also working as an assistant professor.
March 31, 2025
7 IU faculty members named 2024 AAAS Fellows
The IU faculty are among 471 scientists, engineers and innovators who have been elected for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements throughout their careers.
March 27, 2025