neurology

December 13, 2012

New Neurology residency program director brings global perspective

After a decade of growth in the Department of Neurology’s residency program, Heather Koons, M.D., is stepping into the role of program director and brings a uniquely international perspective.

By VUMC News and Communications
September 7, 2012

Parkinson’s therapy may impact language

Deep brain stimulation used to treat Parkinson’s disease may impair some aspects of language processing, a recent study suggests.

By VUMC News and Communications
September 6, 2012

Neuronal subtypes in genetic disorder

Inhibitory neurons that connect and regulate signaling in the brain (interneurons) may contribute to epilepsy and autism in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex.

By Leigh MacMillan
August 30, 2012

Targeting new pathways to ease pain

The spinal cord’s neuropeptide Y signaling pathway may be a good target for new pain therapeutics.

By Leigh MacMillan
July 30, 2012

Concussion testing for young athletes

The Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center is now offering pre-concussion baseline testing to all community recreational athletes, in advance of many high-impact seasonal sports resuming this fall.

By VUMC News and Communications
July 26, 2012

Photo: END technologists

By VUMC News and Communications
July 24, 2012

Vanderbilt-led team to develop ‘microbrain’ to improve drug testing

Creating a device out of human cells that simulates brain chemistry is the goal of a $6.4 million grant which is part of major new federal initiative to develop a series of “organs on a chip” designed to improve the drug development process.
By VUMC News and Communications
June 14, 2012

Roots of childhood brain tumors

Cells in the back of the developing brain can give rise to brain tumors, suggesting they may be a target for treatment.
By Leigh MacMillan
May 11, 2012

Vanderbilt honors top graduates during Commencement

Top scholars from Vanderbilt University’s undergraduate and professional schools are being honored with Founder’s Medals during Commencement on Friday, May 11.
By VUMC News and Communications
May 10, 2012

Probing epilepsy’s molecular sparks

Understanding how mutations in neuronal receptors contribute to epilepsy could lead to improved therapies.
By Leigh MacMillan
April 6, 2012

Minds wide open: Neuroscience at Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University has emerged as one of the nation’s leading academic centers in neuroscience.
By Bill Snyder
November 4, 2011

Let there be light and melatonin

Light and the hormone melatonin may play important roles in the developing brain.
By Leigh MacMillan
November 2, 2011

Vanderbilt study finds no heart risk in ADHD medications

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medications do not increase the risk for heart disease or heart attack in children and young adults, according to a Vanderbilt study of 1.2 million patients taking drugs including Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta and Strattera between 1998 and 2005.
By VUMC News and Communications