UF neuroscientist to co-lead study into causes of frontotemporal dementia
Under new grant, a research team co-led by Dr. Malú Gámez Tansey will investigate possible links between the immune system and neurodegeneration in frontotemporal dementia.
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UF neuroscience students lead creation of new mouse model for Alzheimer’s research
New mouse model expresses low levels of a mutant form of tau, a protein associated with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Inflammation and immune dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease
UF neuroscientists author review examining latest evidence for disease process, risk factors for Parkinson’s.
UF joins global Parkinson’s research network
Aligning Sciences Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) accelerates research efforts into underlying causes of disease.
Could the immune system be key to Alzheimer’s?
Neuroimmunologist Dr. Malú Tansey is highlighted in Knowable Magazine.
Parkinson’s review featured on Movement Disorders cover
Genetic and environmental factors in Parkinson’s converge on immune function and inflammation.
UF neuroscientist earns NIH Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award
Dr. Eric Vitriol earned $1.86 million NIH award to further his lab’s research into the actin cytoskeleton, an integral component of cells that controls their ability to divide, move and communicate.
Investigators earn Michael J. Fox Foundation award
Dr. Valerie Joers will lead study seeking to identify novel approaches to treat Parkinson’s disease.
UF neuroscientist discusses return to the lab for Nature Podcast
In new podcast, Dr. Malú Tansey discusses how her team helped lead the way in UF's efforts to bring researchers safely back to the lab.
Researcher recognized by Alzheimer’s Association
Dr. Malú Tansey is among five researchers honored in celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
