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ALS AWARENESS MONTH

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

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

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PATIENT CARE

Brain health program fuels clinical and research advancements of new Alzheimer’s disease treatments in Indiana

Indiana patients are among the first people in the country to receive new disease-modifying drugs for Alzheimer's disease, contributing to the work of IU School of Medicine researchers actively studying the long-term effects of the treatments.

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SCHOOL NEWS

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.

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IU’s Bowen Center receives grant to address health care gaps for people with substance use disorders

Bowen Center will use new grant to update behavioral health standards. 

May 12, 2025

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Preparing Healers: IU School of Medicine trains Indiana's physician workforce

This summer, 317 incoming residents will start their speciality 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.

May 12, 2025

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Dual-action approach targeting inflammation shows potential as Type 1 diabetes treatment

A new strategy may help prevent or slow the progression of Type 1 diabetes. 

May 07, 2025

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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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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

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PTSD and pregnancy: IU researcher launches therapy to improve maternal mental health

PTSD can intensify during pregnancy and the months following. Michelle Miller, PhD, piloted a PTSD therapy intervention for perinatal women that is expanding throughout the state of Indiana for further study.

April 30, 2025

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Bringing play back into your adult life

An IU School of Medicine psychologist discusses why adults can — and should — make time for playful activities that once brought joy.

April 29, 2025

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IU scientists develop new bone marrow imaging technique

Study could impact treatment of cancer, autoimmune disease and musculoskeletal disorders. 

April 24, 2025

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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

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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

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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

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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

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