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RESEARCH
IU School of Medicine research helps lead to FDA clearance of first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
Test for adults 55 and older who exhibit symptoms is the first of its kind and more than 90% effective.
CLINICAL CARE
IU Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome expert educates health care providers throughout the world
Clair Francomano, MD, is one of the world’s foremost experts in Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and hypermobility spectrum disorders. She educates health care professionals and people worldwide through outreach work with the Ehlers-Danlos Society, YouTube videos and international lectures.
EDUCATION
Preparing Healers: IU School of Medicine trains Indiana's physician workforce
This summer, 317 incoming residents will start their specialty training at IU School of Medicine. Many physicians practice in the state where they train — about 27% of all MDs practicing in Indiana and its neighboring states trained at IU.
THE LATEST
Type 2 diabetes drug improves weight loss, blood sugar in certain Type 1 patients with obesity
A new clinical trial, the first of its kind, showed positive outcomes for certain Type 1 diabetes patients when taking semaglutide once per week.June 24, 2025
Injuries of summer: How to stay safe while playing hard
Paige Ostahowski lists the top causes of summertime emergency room visits and gives tips for mitigating injury risk from common outdoor activities.June 17, 2025
Journey to MD: What's it like to be a first-year student at IU School of Medicine?
IU medical students Mout-Maine Moustapha and Sarah Vaught share their insights about student life in Indianapolis and on a regional campus.June 16, 2025
New digital marker could improve childhood asthma detection
The new detection method is a cheaper and more effective way to predict childhood asthma using readily available data.June 11, 2025
IU neurologist's research leads to first FDA-approved drug to treat neurofibromatosis type 1
Patients who participated in the clinical trial of the new therapy not only experienced reduction in NF1 and plexiform neurofibromas tumor volume, but also reported significant improvements in pain severity and overall health-related quality of life.
June 10, 2025
IU School of Medicine researchers are studying how rapid DNA sequencing technology can help improve treatment for fracture-related infections, a serious health complication that can occur after broken bone surgery.
June 09, 2025
Innovative breathalyzer device could improve diabetes management using IU technology
For the nearly 40 million Americans living with diabetes, an important part of managing the disease is monitoring blood sugar throughout the day and night.June 06, 2025
Digital screening during primary care visits may lead to earlier dementia detection, care
A trio of studies led by IU School of Medicine researchers found digital testing during primary care visits showed some promise as a tool for early identification of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in older adults.June 03, 2025
New clinical trial explores bone disease drug as a potential Type 1 diabetes treatment
IU School of Medicine Researchers are co-leading a clinical trial to test whether denosumab, an FDA-approved drug for osteoporosis, can preserve insulin-producing beta cells and improve blood sugar control in people with early-stage Type 1 diabetes.June 02, 2025
IMPD program combines research and compassion to support non-fatal shooting survivors
Research led by Lauren Magee is enhancing support for gun violence survivors and generating data that contributes to safer community outcomes through the IMPD’s Non-Fatal Shooting and Advocacy Support Program.May 28, 2025
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
At the Grande Campus on the Northeast side of Indianapolis, IU School of Medicine graduates are an example of filling the pressing need for primary care and mental health services.
May 27, 2025