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![Professional headshot of Brian Pierchala atop a colorful digital microscope image]()
ALS researcher aims to discover hidden causes of neuromuscular disease on quest for new therapies
ALS Awareness Month: Brian Pierchala, PhD, is growing ALS research at IU School of Medicine through the Motoneuron Club and collaborative science.
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PTSD and pregnancy: IU researcher launches therapy to improve maternal mental health
PTSD can intensify during pregnancy and the months following. Michelle Miller, PhD, piloted a PTSD therapy intervention for perinatal women that is expanding throughout the ...
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IU School of Medicine dedicates Medical Education and Research Building in new Indy Health District
On April 22, 2025, IU held a dedication ceremony for the School of Medicine’s new Medical Education and Research Building that will open this summer ...
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Where the science leads: Newly named AAAS Fellows share adventures in scientific discovery
Two IU School of Medicine faculty named AAAS Fellows: Elliot Androphy, MD, and Mark Kaplan, PhD, share their unexpected scientific discoveries as they aim to ...
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![Portrait of Dr Patrick O'Neil wearing blue suit and green tie in front of a staircase at IU School of Medicine--West Lafayette]()
Class of 1975 graduate celebrates 50 years with IU School of Medicine—West Lafayette
Patrick O’Neil, MD, Class of 1975, has been teaching at IU School of Medicine--West Lafayette for nearly 50 years. The campus honors him for his ...
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![Malu Tansey, in white coat, poses in her research laboratory at IU School of Medicine.]()
Parkinson's researchers discover 'tip of the ICE-berg' on quest for a cure
Parkinson's researcher Malú Tansey brings cell-level science to IU’s already strong clinical research program. Her lab engages in "paradigm-shifting work" studying inflammation and immune response ...
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First Patient: Anatomical Education Program honors those who donate their bodies for medical training
Body donation though the Anatomical Education Program at IU School of Medicine enables anatomy training for future doctors and other health care professionals throughout the state ...
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IU's Rare Disease Clinic solves 10-year medical mystery for Indianapolis girl with unknown neurodevelopmental disorder
The Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine investigates the cold cases of rare disease. Genetic detectives solved a case for an Indianapolis ...
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In the arena with Erin Conboy: Champion of rare disease cases is world champ in Brazilian jiu-jitsu
Erin Conboy, MD, is co-director of the Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine, solving the cold cases of genetic disease. She’s also a ...
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Biochemistry, pharmacology merger synergizes strengths to accelerate discovery
Two basic science departments at IU School of Medicine will merge to form the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Pharmacology. A national search has ...
