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Synergy in neuroscience and neuromedicine research

As we usher in a new decade, we would like to reflect on the past decade of exciting achievements for UF’s neuroscience and neuromedicine research community and share our broad vision for the future of neuroscience and neuromedicine research at UF.

UF Bio Engineer Ayse Gunduz on Cover of Magazine

Gunduz was featured on the cover of the magazine CrossLink for her contributions to the field, for breaking barriers,  and for receiving the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECAS).

Fixel Institute welcomes Edmond J. Safra Fellow

In summer 2020, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health will welcome Juan B. Toledo, M.D., Ph.D., a neurology resident at Houston Methodist and recipient of the Edmond J. Safra Fellowship in Movement Disorders — a collaboration between The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research and…

How Phishing Attacks Trick Our Brains

Phishing is the most common form of cyberattack and still growing. The reason it’s so effective, according to research at the University of Florida and Google, is that it takes advantage of how the human brain works.

Tansey featured on TV news in Sydney for keynote

Malú Tansey, Ph.D., director of UF’s Center for Translational Research in Neurodegenerative Disease, was featured on a TV newscast, sharing insights into the role of inflammation in dementia.

Neuro Heavy Hitters: Michael Okun

Michael Okun helps patients manage debilitating diseases. Read the bio on Dr. Okun who helps patients with Parkinson’s disease, dystonia and other movement disorders.