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All School Meeting highlights: IU School of Medicine’s new dean to visit all 9 campuses in first 50 days
Impact stories and awards show the school’s mission in action as Dean Scott Boden speaks at his first All School Meeting since becoming IU School of Medicine's dean on Sept. 8.
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Indiana Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center secures landmark $22.8 million grant renewal to advance precision medicine
The Indiana Alzheimer's Disease Research Center focuses on precision medicine as it assists a variety of research.
House calls without walls: IU School of Medicine launches Street Medicine program to serve unhoused neighbors
The Street Medicine program is a growing initiative reaching out to Indiana's unhoused population with support from nonprofit partners. Street medicine saves hospitals money while providing continuity of care for unhoused individuals.
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Impact stories and awards show the school’s mission in action as Dean Scott Boden speaks at his first All School Meeting since becoming IU School of Medicine's dean on Sept. 8.
October 05, 2026
IU Neurosurgery’s Bicentennial Education Scholar committed to fostering ‘an environment of inquiry’
Throughout his evolving roles within the Department of Neurological Surgery, James Miller has remained unwavering in his commitment to preparing the next generation of neurosurgeons.October 05, 2026
Scientists are taking a deeper look into how three types of cells found in the eye’s retina interact in the presence of glaucoma when grown together using human stem cells in a dish.
September 30, 2026
The Indiana Alzheimer's Disease Research Center focuses on precision medicine as it assists a variety of research.
September 25, 2026
IU neurologist advances promising therapies for myotonic dystrophy
Historically, treatment for myotonic dystrophy type 1 has focused on managing symptoms. Adam Comer is now working to change the course of the disease for patients through clinical research at the Indiana University School of Medicine.September 23, 2026
Genomics expert looks to engage African researchers
Indiana University Professor of Medicine Tesfaye Mersha, PhD, founded the Alliance for Research, Innovation and Education for Africa, or the AfRIE project to create opportunities for collaboration, training and mentorship for African researchers by forging partnerships with institutions around the globe.September 16, 2026
Mary Slaughter and Niki Messmore founded the Street Medicine program at IU School of Medicine, a growing initiative that is reaching out to Indiana's unhoused population across the state with support from nonprofit partners. Street medicine saves hospitals money while providing continuity of care for unhoused individuals.
September 14, 2026
IU School of Medicine trains doctors in disaster medicine, a specialty which emerged following the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Faculty member Christian Strachan recounts his experiences as medical manager of Indiana's search-and-rescue team at Ground Zero.
September 03, 2026
Specialized clinic care makes a significant difference in high-risk pediatric asthma
IU research revealed high-risk asthma clinics reduce severe attacks by 36%, yet many children face a two- to three-year delay in enrollment despite early warning signs in their medical history. The findings point to a better way to care for children with difficult asthma cases.September 03, 2026
After nearly 50 years leading neuroscience research investigations and education programs, Gary Landreth, the Martin Professor of Alzheimer's Research and a professor of anatomy, cell biology and physiology, is planning to retire.
September 02, 2026
Indiana University School of Medicine and IU Health are launching the IU Health Theranostics Center of Excellence, a three-phase initiative combining advanced diagnostic imaging with targeted radioligand therapies to deliver personalized cancer treatments to patients across Indiana.
September 01, 2026
IU’s brain health ‘powerhouse’ targets inflammation in fight against Parkinson’s
Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine are exploring new avenues in the fight against Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder that affects over 1.1 million Americans.August 31, 2026