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Research Snapshot: Drs. Malú Gámez Tansey ...

January 23, 2023

Progranulin loss results in sex-dependent dysregulation of peripheral and central immune system in mice.

graphic comparing the male vs. female results of the lab's tests.

NIH grant expands brain-aging research...

January 19, 2023

With new R25 grant, UF neuroscientists offer mentorship and research opportunities to undergraduates interested in cognitive aging and Alzheimer’s...

(From left) Ariana Robinson, Fapianey Alexandre, Faith Broersma, Ana Ojeda, Jose Rodriguez and Ann Titus are the first undergraduates selected for a new NIH-funded program to provide brain-aging research opportunities.

MBI winter e-newsletter: The Brainstorm

January 18, 2023

Catch up on some of the latest neuroscience and neuromedicine research news around the MBI and beyond.

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Researchers In the spotlight

Behind the Scenes with Kate Casey-Sawicki

We’re highlighting an employee who plays a key role in the research efforts happening at the BREATHE and BRAIN Centers.

Web graphic with a photo of a woman with brown hair and a colorful top next to text that reads: m-b-i behind the scenes. now highlighting: Kate Casey-Sawicki.

Active aging extends vibrancy for seniors

Drs. Stephen Anton and Adam Woods featured in Mainstreet Daily News story about local efforts to promote healthy aging.

Smiling senior couple using digital tablet in a park

Parkinson's disease is more common than thought

Dr. Michael Okun featured in USA Today article about study reporting that the number of Americans with Parkinson’s disease is higher than...

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MBI Rising Stars

A video series highlighting up-and-coming neuro researchers at the University of Florida.

M-B-I's newest rising star: Adythia Gopinath

MBI Behind the Scenes

It takes a village to keep the MBI research community running smoothly. We’re highlighting some of the key staff members driving our efforts.

UF Women of Neuro

We are highlighting some of the incredible women leading our neuro research initiatives at UF. Check out some of our fearless leaders below!

"Being a leader in this field provides an opportunity to help pave the way for the next generation of female scientists. It's so important to have examples of female leadership, not only to have diverse voices in the room, but also to show that it is possible to balance work and family life."

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