News: Department of Brain Health

Jeffrey L. Cummings pictured in a white lab coat in his lab on 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's campus
Research |

51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ research professor Jeffrey L. Cummings examines Alzheimer's clinical trials pipeline in two new studies.

Dr. Jeffrey Cummings is pictured in a white lab coat in his lab, with his image reflected in a mirror
Campus News |

Dr. Jeffrey Cummings and multidisciplinary research team to expand 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s clinical trials observatory with $3 million grant.

Professor Ashkan Salamat in his lab at U.N.L.V.
Research |

A yearlong collection of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ faculty making the news for their discoveries and contributions to the community.

brain scan imaging
Research |

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has barred neuroscience Ph.D. student Andrew Ortiz from the lab, he continues to research diseases that affect millions of Americans.

man in front of El Camino car
People |

Coming to 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ at a most unusual time, President Keith E. Whitfield remains undaunted and ready to make his mark as a Rebel.

A portrait of U.N.L.V.'s new president Keith Whitfield on campus.
Campus News |

As summer heats up, so do the accomplishments on 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s campus.

A scientist in a white lab coat rests his hand on his chin
Research |

Dr. Jeffrey Cummings examines drug pipeline for treatments, and finds reason for optimism.

A U.N.L.V. banner on campus.
Campus News |

A collection of news stories featuring the people and programs of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.

artist rendering of brain
Campus News |

The Chambers-Grundy Center for Transformative Neuroscience will advance research and the science of treatment for Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders.

Closeup woman holding her wrist in pain from using computer.
Business and Community |

As remote work and distance learning become a way of life, 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ occupational therapist Donna Costa offers hacks for a healthy home office and exercise routine.

A woman hands a man a glass of orange juice
Campus News |

Now's the time for those working in the field to pursue post-professional doctorate to be ready for expanded job market once economy gears back up.

Students work computers at Black Fire Innovation
Campus News |

A collection of news stories capturing the excitement and accomplishments of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ at the start of a new decade.