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EDUCATION

Pioneer of clinical genetics marks 50 years with IU School of Medicine

David Weaver built the clinical genetics program in the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics. He's taught learners and treated Indiana patients for over 50 years while contributing greatly to the field.

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RESEARCH

IU-led multi-university project to study the effect of immune cell aging on risk for Parkinson’s

A team co-led by Indiana University School of Medicine scientists will investigate immune cell aging's role in Parkinson's disease diagnosis.

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EDUCATION

A Makerspace for Medical Students

Need a skull to study at home? At IU School of Medicine, a 3D print lab gives medical students hands-on experience with the technologies reshaping medicine.

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IU-led coalition named NSF IMPACT Engine in Indiana to advance treatment of musculoskeletal health conditions

A consortium of more than 170 Indiana industry, clinical and university partners will receive up to $160 million over 10 years to turn research into real-world solutions.

July 14, 2026

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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

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Radiation Medicine: 'We're not just treating cancer.'

The Department of Radiation Oncology at the IU School of Medicine is now the Department of Radiation Medicine. The name change reflects a broader scope of medical conditions treated through radiation therapy, including osteoarthritis.

July 01, 2026

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A legacy of hope: Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund drives discovery for rare childhood brain tumors

In honor of Cecilia Crockett, the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Research Fund supports research aimed at understanding how pediatric brain tumors form, evolve and resist treatment.

June 24, 2026

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IU study finds strategy to beat treatment resistance in the most common childhood cancer

IU School of Medicine cancer researchers have uncovered a potential new way to overcome acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common type of leukemia in children.

June 22, 2026

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Pioneer of clinical genetics marks 50 years with IU School of Medicine

David D. Weaver built the clinical genetics program within IU's Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics. He has taught learners and treated Indiana patients for over 50 years while contributing greatly to the field.

June 18, 2026

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IU-led multi-university project to study the effect of immune cell aging on risk for Parkinson’s

A team co-led by Indiana University School of Medicine scientists will investigate immune cell aging's role in Parkinson's disease diagnosis. 

June 17, 2026

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Graduating surgery trainees reflect on people and experiences that shaped their careers

Before taking their next step, graduating IU surgery trainees look back on the people and experiences that left a lasting mark on their lives and careers.

June 16, 2026

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IU researchers identify proteins fueling rare childhood leukemia, revealing new treatment strategy

By identifying a specific set of inflammatory proteins that drive JMML’s growth and weaken the immune system, IU researchers have uncovered a new strategy to combat the aggressive childhood blood cancer.

June 16, 2026

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IU global health program advances neurological education and care in Kenya

Participating in the AMPATH partnership in Kenya gives neurology faculty and residents hands-on global health experience that strengthens their clinical skills, cultural humility and patient-centered approach to care.

June 15, 2026

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IU collaboration to use AI in identifying possible drug targets for Alzheimer’s patients

A collaboration between the IU School of Medicine and the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering will attempt to find new treatments for Alzheimer's disease. 

June 15, 2026

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Decade-long study proves African children survive and thrive on hydroxyurea for sickle cell anemia

A collaborative 10-year global health study co-led by IU researchers proves hydroxyurea is highly effective, safe and life-changing for African children with sickle cell anemia over the long term.

June 08, 2026

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