News: Department of Brain Health

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Research |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Brain Health researcher Lina Nih is developing a treatment that could one day alter how practitioners address stroke recovery.

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Campus News |

An enduring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ end-of-semester tradition is to highlight exceptional students who embody the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.

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People |

The associate dean of research in Integrated Health Sciences leans into his own immigrant story to provide others with opportunities.

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Research |

Entities sign Memorandum of Understanding to cultivate best-in-class clinical research services for Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.

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Campus News |

First-of-its-kind database, supported by Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation, will provide greater access to key data on Alzheimer’s to researchers around the world.

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Campus News |

News highlights featuring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and staff who made (refreshing) waves in the headlines.

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Campus News |

News highlights starring 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ students and faculty who made local and national headlines.

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Research |

Alzheimer’s treatment studies offer hope as 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ expert predicts new potential drugs, biomarkers will yield critical insight for future development.

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Research |

Professor Chih-Huang "Jeffrey" Yu says the new and unique method can make rehab a more effective experience for patients.

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51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ History |

Amanda Osse is the first recipient of the award named in honor of Nathan Lindsay, who passed away after a 15-year battle with Alzheimer's disease.

The Sphere on the Las Vegas Strip.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories highlighting expert insights, research, and academic achievement.

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People |

The director of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s Occupational Therapy program likens her field to the nest-building skills of birds.