Topic: Neurosurgery Department March 20, 2024 Thompson named director of pediatric neurosurgeryPhysician-scientist’s focus is on pediatric brain tumors.News Release January 25, 2024 Newly opened Jeffrey T. Fort Neuroscience Research Building dedicatedCelebration signals ‘new era for medical science’.Medical Campus & Community, Video January 11, 2024 Zipfel receives Dacey award for cerebrovascular researchHonor named after mentor, former head of neurosurgery department.National Leaders November 15, 2023 Device for noninvasive brain biopsies via blood draw moves closer to market approvalFDA grants WashU-based technology ‘Breakthrough Device’ designation.News Release September 27, 2023 Noninvasive, ultrasound-based brain biopsy is feasible, safe in peopleSonobiopsies generate genetic, molecular data to inform treatment decisions for brain diseases.News Release June 15, 2023 Diagnosis of rare, genetic muscle disease improved by new approachAccurate diagnosis is a crucial step toward appropriate treatment.News Release February 9, 2023 Disrupted flow of brain fluid may underlie neurodevelopmental disordersNew imaging technique reveals circulation patterns in developing brain.News Release January 10, 2023 Sustainability key focus in Neuroscience Research Building constructionFacility on track to achieve LEED Gold certification.Medical Campus & Community November 9, 2022 Rejuvenated immune cells can improve clearance of toxic waste from brainFindings in mice suggest new therapeutic approach to Alzheimer’s, other age-related diseases.News Release August 24, 2022 Diversity, equity, inclusion a pillar of Neuroscience Research Building‘We are all doing important work’.Medical Campus & Community July 18, 2022 Podcast: Giving stroke patients a handThis episode of 'Show Me the Science' is about the IpsiHand, a device to help stroke patients use their brains to regain use of their hands.Podcast, Show Me the Science July 11, 2022 Neuroscience leaders tour research building construction siteNeuroscience Research Building’s 11 stories have been framed; siding installation has begun.Medical Campus & Community March 7, 2022 Kim named inaugural Danforth WashU Physician Scientist ScholarNeurosurgeon Albert H. Kim is nationally recognized expert on brain tumors.News Release December 13, 2021 IpsiHand stroke-recovery device named product of year by science societyMultidisciplinary Washington University research led to device’s development.Medical Campus & Community December 10, 2021 Asthma may reduce risk of brain tumors — but how?Mouse study IDs immune cells as link, points to potential therapeutic approaches.News Release November 17, 2021 Kipnis named an editor of medical journalServes as an academic editor of Journal of Experimental Medicine.National Leaders October 28, 2021 Inventive pathways: A research powerhouse becomes an innovation incubatorTurning research discoveries into real-world solutions can mean a decade of challenges. WashU is working to clear the way.Outlook Magazine October 18, 2021 Park named Margery Campbell Fort Professor of Neurological SurgeryRecognized for pioneering accomplishments in pediatric neurosurgery.News Release September 30, 2021 Construction of neuroscience building perseveres despite pandemicCollaboration key to keeping project on time, on budget.Medical Campus & Community, Video June 3, 2021 Studies reveal skull as unexpected source of brain immunityImmune cells from skull bone marrow guard the brain, spinal cord.News Release May 27, 2021 FDA-approved device will help stroke victims regain use of handsSource: NPR Morning Edition April 28, 2021 Draining brain’s debris enhances Alzheimer’s therapies in miceImpaired drainage also may play a role in Alzheimer’s in people.News Release April 27, 2021 Stroke-recovery device using brain-computer interface receives FDA market authorizationInnovative multidisciplinary research at Washington University led to development of 'breakthrough' device.News Release April 12, 2021 Limbrick appointed to St. Louis Regional Health CommissionPediatric neurosurgeon will help maintain health-care safety net in St. Louis.National Leaders Posts navigation 1 2 3 Next ›