Events
Upcoming Neuroscience Events
PUNN 2025
Neurologists, internists, family practice physicians, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, occupational and physical therapists, and other medical providers are welcome to join the event for up-to-date practical information to manage neurology patients in their daily practice.
2025 Neuroscience CTRS
The annual, multi-day event enables clinical, basic and translational neuroscience investigators — including faculty, trainees, laboratory and program directors throughout the university community — to discuss their work, share progress and develop collaborations.
Past Events and Conference Materials
Neuroscience Clinical-Translational Research Symposium
An annual daylong symposium that provides the opportunity for basic, translational, and clinical neuroscience investigators including trainees, researchers, and program directors throughout the university to discuss their work, share progress, and develop collaborations. Choose a year below to access previous abstracts and program books.
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2024
Specialized neurologic care enhances quality of life for children, families
UK researchers find Alzheimer’s-like brain changes in long COVID patients
MAMMA Alliance supports 4 innovative mobile health projects
NIH funds UK’s groundbreaking DBS-Plus trial for Parkinson’s
Sanders-Brown Center on Aging launches innovative Brain Health Activities program
Sanders-Brown research shows clear connection between socialization, enrichment and brain health
Patrick Sullivan: 2024-25 University Research Professor Q&A
UK study links nanoparticles to oxidative stress and neuron death
UK researcher studies how cerebellum may influence thirst
UK’s Tong, Yang and Yi winners in NIH TARGETED Challenge
UK neurologist advocates for AI, ultrasound to help prevent blindness from giant cell arteritis
Sanders-Brown study: Long-read RNA sequencing reveals key gene expressions in Alzheimer’s disease
Addressing disparities in Alzheimer's disease through culturally tailored health information
People Behind Our Research: Lauren Whitehurst explores how sleep impacts health, wellbeing
UK HealthCast: Essential Info for Treatment of Pediatric Stroke Patients
$3.1 million NIA grant to advance Sanders-Brown researcher’s groundbreaking dementia study
Understanding Parkinson's Disease: Symptoms, Causes and Management
UK HealthCare Women's History Month Q&A: Wang-Xia Wang
UK researchers explore the relationship between Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease
Linda Van Eldik, Sanders-Brown, featured prominently in AARP
Chemicals in plastics could be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s
Caring for the caregiver: UK neurology helps patient overcome rare condition
Goldstein selected to help lead statewide task force addressing heart disease and stroke
AI helps bring vital stroke care ‘virtually to the patient’s bedside’
Patient finds answers and hope thanks to dedicated UK neurology team
2023
Police sergeant ‘making full use of the life he got back’ thanks to UK HealthCare
‘The more I learned about it, the more I was drawn in’
Sanders-Brown builds upon strong reputation in Alzheimer’s research, care and outreach
UK’s Goldstein leads new scientific statement by the American Heart Association
UK HealthCare/Norton Healthcare – Stroke Care Network adds 3 affiliates, bringing total to 40
NIH awards $10.6 million for central nervous system metabolism research center at UK
UK researchers 1st to show multiple sclerosis drug can be used as Alzheimer’s therapy
Sanders-Brown Center on Aging featured in special on WKYT this Monday
Work by UK neurologist to improve access to multiple sclerosis treatments accepted by WHO
New study shows anti-inflammatory drugs as a promising target for Alzheimer’s disease
Drug studied at UK is 1st disease-modifying therapy in U.S. approved to treat Alzheimer’s
UK social work researcher to study effects of PTSD on dementia
UK researchers receive funding to study how genetic factors contribute to dementia
Sanders-Brown publication makes cover of recent Journal of Neuroscience issue
Women Making History: UK researcher helps caregivers navigate Alzheimer's challenges
Rare Disease Day spotlight: A new approach to studying Moyamoya syndrome
Promising Alzheimer's drug being studied at UK's Sanders-Brown Center on Aging receives FDA approval
Pat Summitt Foundation awards grant to University of Kentucky Sanders-Brown Center on Aging
Why are human brains so powerful? UK, Hebrew University partner to find out
2022
UK's Sanders-Brown among 1st locations testing promising new Alzheimer's drug
Sanders-Brown researcher receives $1.7 million to study adverse effects of Alzheimer’s drugs
UK researcher explores multisensory approach as potential treatment for Alzheimer’s patients
Sanders-Brown researchers receive $20.5 million from National Institute on Aging
Sanders-Brown director receives funding to advance work
UK Develops Support for People With Mild Cognitive Impairment, Caregivers
Researchers Develop Online Portal to Show How Biases in RNA Sequences Affect Gene Expression
UK Study Identifies Therapeutic Targets for Alzheimer’s Disease
Study Indicates High Prevalence of Recently Defined Non-Alzheimer’s Dementia
Students Organize 1st ‘Neuroscience Gala’ at UK in Honor of Former Advisor
UK Begins 1st Clinical Trial in the World for Newly Discovered Form of Dementia
Sanders-Brown Study Looks at Blood Test as Possible Diagnostic Tool for Alzheimer’s Disease
Personal Experience Ignites UK Coach Kyra Elzy's Passion for Alzheimer’s Research
UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Director Appointed to National Council
UK Researchers Link a New Non-Mutated Protein to Dementia
UK Program Improving the Lives of Children With Disabilities
New Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Memory Clinic: Expanding Research, Enhancing Patient Care
Sanders-Brown Researcher Combines Love of Science and Family at UK
2021
Researchers Map Glycosylation Patterns Associated With Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers Look at Issue of Data Redundancy in Machine Learning
'UK at the Half': Sanders-Brown Making UK a Global Leader in Aging Disease Research
Study Suggests Personalized Medicine May be the Future of Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
UK Study: Healthy Dietary Intake Associated With Lower Brain Iron, Better Cognition in Older Adults
African American Research Training Scholars Present Neuroscience Research at 1st Symposium
Recent Study Identifies 11 Candidate Genetic Variants for Alzheimer’s Disease
Kentucky LEND to Train Providers to Serve Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
UK Neuroscience Research Priority Area Brings Diverse Groups Together to Advance Studies
UK HealthCare, Partners Receive Prestigious CDC Grant to Improve Stroke Care, Outcomes in Kentucky
UK’s Sanders-Brown Researchers Discover Polyamines Prevent Collection of Alzheimer’s Disease Protein
New UK Research May Offer Hope for Alzheimer’s Patients
University of Kentucky Researchers Discover Fundamental Roles of Glucosamine in Brain
UK Doctor's Need to Help Loved One Inspires New Sanders-Brown Video Series
Goldstein Elected to American Academy of Neurology Board of Directors
Experimental Treatment Shows Promise in Treating Traumatic Brain Injury
Research Looks at Impact of Patient Sex on Treatment Strategies for Spinal Cord Injuries
Research Establishes a New Method to Predict Individual Risk of Cognitive Decline
UK Researcher Finds Alzheimer’s Patients ‘Get Hooked on a Feeling’ With Music
UK Study Potentially Links Low Blood Amylin Level to Reduced Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
2020
UK’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Director Elected as AAAS Fellow
Multi-Million Dollar Multidisciplinary Grant Supports Advancement of Epilepsy Research
Butterfield Recognized as a Leading Alzheimer’s Expert
New Study Looks at Encoding the Odor of Cigarette Smoke
Sanders-Brown Research Discovers New Pathway in TDP-43 Related Dementias
Sanders-Brown Study Leads to Potential New Treatment Approach for Alzheimer’s Disease
UK’s Sanders-Brown, Penn Researchers Provide Insights into Newly Characterized Form of Dementia
UK Research Center Establishes Scholar Program to Promote Diversity in Neurotrauma Studies
Important Dementia Studies Continuing at UK Despite Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic
Researchers Publish Study Looking at Approaches to Better Treat Alzheimer's Disease
UK Receives $3.2 Million for Traumatic Brain Injury Research
UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Facilitates First Participant in Worldwide Drug Study
Sanders-Brown Researcher Receives Grant Supported by Rotary Clubs to Further Dementia Studies
It’s Not Just Alzheimer’s Disease: Sanders-Brown Research Highlights Form of Severe Dementia
UK Receives Prestigious Grant from National Institute of Neurological Disorders
Sanders-Brown Director Leads First Human Study of Drug Targeting Brain Inflammation
Free Radical Discovery a Hallmark of Allan Butterfield’s 45-Year Research Career
Kitzman Receives National Award for Outstanding Advocacy in Neurologic Therapy
UK Research Could Help Predict Progression of Parkinson's Disease
Chemistry Researcher Develops Innovative Testing, Potential Remedies for Head Trauma, Alzheimer's
Antibiotics Could Be Promising Treatment for Form of Dementia
2019
Sanders-Brown Director Linda Van Eldik Looks to the Future of Alzheimer's Research
$2.8 Million Grant Will Fund Preclinical Study of New Dementia Treatment
A Low Dose Aspirin for Dementia? Drug Ready for Human Testing
UK Awarded $6 Million from NIH to Study Decision-Making Processes Behind Substance Use Disorders
UK Neurologist Pens Editorial About Lack of Minority Representation in MS Drug Research
Does Smoking Cause Dementia? Maybe Not, Study Says
When is Alzheimer's Not Alzheimer's? Researchers Characterize a Different Form of Dementia
Quest for Answers Brings Teen With Epilepsy to UK Healthcare
When It Looks Like Dementia But Isn't: Epilepsy Not Just a "Children's Disease"
Conference Looks at Neurological Issues in the Pregnant Patient
Aneurysm, Stroke, Won't Stop KCH Patient from Reaching Big Birthday Milestone
2018
Blood, BBQ, and Ancestry.com: How One UK Neurologist Tracks Familial ALS
A Stroke at Age 27 Inspired Dedication to Cardiovascular Research
UK Study: Amphetamines Don't Improve Motor Recovery After Stroke
Sanders-Brown Grant Trains New Generation of Dementia Researchers
Research Shows More Seniors Are Happy Despite Cognitive Decline
Mice with Frequent Flyer Miles Advance the Alzheimer's Cause
Wonder Women: Young Scientists Help Confirm Presence of Breathing "Ghost Network"
New Options for Parkinson's Patients
Head Injuries and the Path from Pilot Study to Major Grant
New Study Gives a Closer Look at Blood-Brain Barrier Dysfunction in Epilepsy
New Clinical Trial Takes Personalized Approach for Rare Type of ALS in Appalachia
KNI Neurologist's Work Featured in Major National News Outlet
Gentry Receives National Award for Outstanding Mentorship
UK Biochemist Recognized for Work in FUS-ALS
Two Sanders-Brown Studies Show Connection Between Diet, Cognitive Function
New Options for Parkinson's Patients
Young Stroke Patient Baffles and Surprises Doctors
Two Strokes and Three Surgeries Later, Lexington Teen Set to Graduate High School
UK Researchers Study Rapid Blood Test for Concussions
Beloved Dog and UK Healthcare's Comprehensive Stroke Center Save Patient
Novel Use of Spinal Cord Stimulation is Life Changing for UK Geologist and Patient
College of Health Sciences Aphasia Lab Helps Stroke, TBI Survivors Find Their Voice
2017
Sanders-Brown Awarded Grant to Study Alzheimer's Prevention Drug
You Have to Follow the Science Where it Takes You
Matthew Gentry: Biofuels, Epilepsy and Science Advocacy
UK Researchers Seek to Identify Ways to Relieve Post-Chemotherapy Cognitive Impairment
UK Neurosurgery Group Performs Chinese Hospital's First Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery
$3.3 Million Grant Goes to Segerstrom to Study Brain Health
Working Outside the Box: How a Markey Lab is Helping Stroke Patients
Clinical Trial for Stroke Innovates Patient Care and Research at UK
Parkinson's Disease research and treatment with Dr. Craig van Horne
Neurology Resident's Study, Published in Stroke, Proposes Change to FAST Mnemonic for Stroke
5 Questions with Dr. Craig van Horne
"Our Story" Featured at Sanders-Brown Annual Dinner
Facing Permanent Brain Damage, UK Patient Receives Cure in Form of Liver Transplant
Difficulty Swallowing Can be Serious
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Down Syndrome
Former Wildcat Standout Faces a New Opponent: ALS
ALS Equipment Loan Closet Assists Patients with Lou Gehrig's Disease
2016
Brain Research with the Bachstetter Lab
Brain Research with the Abisambra Lab
Motivated by Personal Experience, Scientist Seeks Answers About Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research with Sasha Rabchevsky
Spinal Cord Injury Research with the Gensel Lab
How Can Art Help Patients with Dementia?
Goldstein Drafts Editorial on Carotid Artery Screening for JAMA Internal Medicine
13-Year-Old Boy Enjoys Being "Normal Kid" Again After Epilepsy Surgery
KNI Stroke Center Receives High Designation from American Heart Association
College of Health Sciences, Jockeys' Guild Unveil Concussion Management Protocol Pilot Study
Patient Turned Advocate Inspires Fundraiser for Parkinson's Research
Mentoring a Key Factor in Spinal Cord Researcher's Success
UK Study Suggests Dementia Diagnosis Could Have a Silver Lining
ALS Patient Advocate Hopes Free Screening of Documentary Will Inspire Others
UK Researchers Use Imaging Technique to Predict Dementia Status in Adults with Down Syndrome
Treatments Available for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Receives $8.25 Million to Continue Alzheimer's Research
Sanders-Brown Research Hints at Underlying Cause for Alzheimer's Drug Trial Failures
Alzheimer's Association Awards $1 Million Grant to UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging
