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The McKnight Brain Institute has named four new researchers to its Gator NeuroScholars program.| mbi.ufl.edu
The MBI community gathered on Fridays in September for a new breakfast seminar series, “Brains & Bagels,” which features in-depth discussions on pressing topics in brain research.| McKnight Brain Institute » University of Florida
Under new $2.6 million NIH grant MBI researchers will investigate why some patients respond to dendritic cell therapy and some do not.| McKnight Brain Institute » University of Florida
MBI researchers found that optimism, good sleep, social support and other healthy habits were associated with slower brain aging, even in people living with chronic pain.| McKnight Brain Institute » University of Florida
September 2025Message from the Director, Dr. Jen Bizon September at UF means the start of a new semester, the return of football season and a renewed sense of Gator spirit. At the MBI, that energy fuels our research every day. In this edition of The Brainstorm, you’ll find stories that highlight the breadth of the...| McKnight Brain Institute
The McKnight Brain Institute has named four new researchers to its Gator NeuroScholars program.| mbi.ufl.edu
Timeline Submission Site Opens: Sept. 17, 2025Application Deadline: Oct. 20, 2025Anticipated Notice of Awards: Dec. 15, 2025Award Funding Period (up to 1 year): Jan. 30, 2026 – Jan. 29, 2027 Purpose and Areas of Interest The MBI is pleased to announce the second year of its annual Accelerator Program, offering seed and bridge funding to…| McKnight Brain Institute
Using AI, UF scientists demonstrated a potential new way to improve medication management in PD and other movement disorders.| mbi.ufl.edu
As part of World Alzheimer’s Month, we sat down with Dr. Steven DeKosky, internationally recognized neurologist, Alzheimer’s researcher, and member of the BRAIN Center Steering Committee, to discuss the connections between traumatic brain injury (TBI), dementia risk, and the latest advances in Alzheimer’s care. Dr. DeKosky, who has spent decades advancing the science of neurodegeneration,…| braincenter.neurology.ufl.edu
Join us every Friday in September for the launch of Brains & Bagels, a four-part discussion exploring how to adapt to the NIH's new emphasis on human-based research.| mbi.ufl.edu
Funding will strengthen the college’s core facilities shared with the entire university.| research.med.ufl.edu
More than 70 researchers from over 15 University of Florida departments and partner institutions gathered on August 7 at the Austin Cary Forest Campus for the UF Brain Injury Research Workshop, co-sponsored by the UF BRAIN Center, the UF BREATHE Center, and the McKnight Brain Institute. This one-day event featured a series of short, 10-minute…| braincenter.neurology.ufl.edu
More than 70 researchers from over 15 UF departments gathered for MBI co-sponsored event.| mbi.ufl.edu
Drs. Nancy Padilla-Coreano and Freddyson Martínez-Rivera published a review in the journal Pharmacological Reviews.| mbi.ufl.edu
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Before surgery, your doctor will order evaluations to identify any health problems that may need to be addressed before the procedure. This…| ufhealth.org
Non-invasive stimulation of the nerve, a hot topic on social media, shows promise in clinical trials.| phhp.ufl.edu
Applications are now open for the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute’s Gator NeuroScholars Program, an enhanced postdoctoral fellowship designed to accelerate academic research careers in the neurosciences. Through the generous support of our foundation sponsors, up to four postdoctoral associates will be selected to receive a highly competitive stipend (up to $70,000…| mbi.ufl.edu
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A study led by researchers in the University of Florida College of Pharmacy has found that a pair of popular glucose-lowering medications…| ufhealth.org
UF Center for Advanced Pain Therapeutics and Research (CAPToR) hosts inaugural symposium.| mbi.ufl.edu
An event at the Cade Museum celebrated Dr. Al Rhoton's enduring impact on brain research and the lives of patients.| mbi.ufl.edu
New research led by University of Florida neuroscientists shows chronic pain may affect the brain’s ability to clear waste in people with worse sleep.| mbi.ufl.edu
In a significant technological leap, UF researchers have created a powerful new tool that can generate a high-resolution 3D map of the brain in mice.| mbi.ufl.edu
In celebration of Brain Awareness Week, the MBI welcomed 35 teenage homeschool students and 40 more ages 7-12 on Tuesday for lab tours, brain-related crafts and a Q&A with a working scientist.| mbi.ufl.edu
Aprinda Indahlastari Queen is investigating the effect of transcranial direct current stimulation on working memory.| phhp.ufl.edu
Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research’s 2024 rankings put UF brain research among nation's elite.| mbi.ufl.edu
The North Central Florida Society for Neuroscience’s daylong chapter conference drew some 200 faculty members and students.| mbi.ufl.edu
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — With stroke, every minute counts to prevent death or limit severe disability. Now, new data show that UF Health’s approach of sending a…| ufhealth.org
Research provides insights into differences between girls and boys in diagnosis rates and timing of diagnosis in tic disorders.| mbi.ufl.edu
MBI researchers presented dynamic and wide-ranging snapshots of the latest in neuro research at the MBI's “One Image, 100 Words.”| mbi.ufl.edu
Dr. Michael Jaffee named a director of neurology with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and Dr. Josepha Cheong elected as board chair.| mbi.ufl.edu
UF-led team reports on influence of aging related to brain changes following mild traumatic brain injuries.| mbi.ufl.edu
Easy-to-administer lab test offers strong indicator of who is most susceptible, new study shows.| mbi.ufl.edu
A video-processing technique developed at the University of Florida that uses artificial intelligence will help neurologists better track the progression of Parkinson’s disease in patients, ultimately enhancing their care and quality of life. | news.ufl.edu
Drs. Jose Abisambra and Ramon Sun join the MBI leadership team to build community and expand access to technology.| mbi.ufl.edu
The promising strategy could be used in combination with other treatments to increase the effectiveness of glioblastoma therapies.| cancer.ufl.edu
Fruit fly studies could pave the way for therapies targeting brain-muscle communication.| mbi.ufl.edu
