Shining a Light on ALS: Observing ALS Awareness Month
Join us for ALS Awareness Month and explore ways we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by this complex neurological disorder.
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Four Innovative Pilot Studies Explore New Approaches to Lewy Body Dementia Diagnosis and Treatment
The Collaboration for Pilot Studies in Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), funded by the Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation, awarded $170,000 for clinical research of LBD.
UF Health launches AI research initiative in radiology
UF Health launches a cutting-edge research initiative with Nuance Communications, paving the way for a brighter and more accurate future in medical imaging with leadership from Dr. Reza Forghani.
UF neuroscientist co-chairs Alzheimer’s Association International Conference Neuroscience Next
Attendees will learn about the latest neuroscience research, funding opportunities and can network with researchers across the globe.
Parkinson’s Awareness Month
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month and April 11th is World Parkinson’s Day. This year, with the recent studies reporting that someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) every 6 minutes in the United States, the Parkinson’s Foundation is using the theme #Take6forPD to promote awareness.
21st Annual Parkinson’s Symposium
In-person and Virtual – May 13, 2023 21st Annual Parkinson's Symposium Join us this year for our 21st Annual Parkinson’s Disease Symposium for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. This year,…
National Ataxia Foundation Resources
Check in with the National Ataxia Foundation library of resources ranging from medication, to exercise, to caregiver resources and more.
FDA approves first ever Friedreich’s ataxia drug treatment
SKYCLARYS was tested and approved by the FDA to treat Friedrich’s ataxia.
Passing the Torch: Neurology Leadership Transition
From Dr. Michael Okun - today, I will formally step down as Chair of Neurology at the University of Florida. I have now completed two four-year terms, and the opportunity to be chair has been the honor of a lifetime.
Michael S. Jaffee, M.D., named chair of UF Department of Neurology
University of Florida neurologist Michael S. Jaffee, M.D., an expert in brain injury and sleep medicine, has been named chair of the UF College of Medicine’s department of neurology.
