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November 21, 2025
Nasal drops fight brain tumors noninvasively
Nano-sized medicine boosts anti-cancer immune response, eradicates tumors in mice.
News Release
October 13, 2025
Smyser named director of the Division of Pediatric & Developmental Neurology
Pediatric neurologist is a national leader in neuroimaging, infant brain development.
Medical Campus & Community
June 23, 2025
AI-based brain-mapping software receives FDA market authorization
Technology developed at WashU Medicine locates sensitive areas to enhance precision neurosurgery.
News Release
March 31, 2025
Leuthardt, Mitra selected as AIMBE fellows
Prestigious biomedical engineering institute recognizes outstanding contributions to the field.
National Leaders
December 12, 2024
Taylors give $50M to Washington University
Source: St. Louis Business Journal
December 12, 2024
Gratitude inspires generous support for WashU Medicine’s neurosurgery department
In recognition of $50 million gift from Andrew and Barbara Taylor, department has been named the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery .
News Release
November 18, 2024
Researchers define new subtypes of common brain disorder
Artificial intelligence identified 3 subtypes of Chiari type-1 malformations, could improve medical decision making .
News Release
November 7, 2024
Researchers make glioblastoma cells visible to attacking immune cells
Strategy involves placing targets on deadly cancer's cells, potentially making them vulnerable to immunotherapies.
News Release
September 18, 2024
Obituary: T.S. Park, professor of neurosurgery, 77
Celebrated neurosurgeon pioneered technique that restored movement for children with cerebral palsy.
Obituaries
September 4, 2024
Novel immunotherapy improves recovery from spinal cord injury
Mouse study shows engineered immune cell therapy protects damaged neurons.
News Release
March 20, 2024
Thompson named director of pediatric neurosurgery
Physician-scientist’s focus is on pediatric brain tumors.
News Release
January 25, 2024
Newly opened Jeffrey T. Fort Neuroscience Research Building dedicated
Celebration signals ‘new era for medical science’.
Medical Campus & Community, Video
January 11, 2024
Zipfel receives Dacey award for cerebrovascular research
Honor named after mentor, former head of neurosurgery department.
National Leaders
November 15, 2023
Device for noninvasive brain biopsies via blood draw moves closer to market approval
FDA grants WashU-based technology ‘Breakthrough Device’ designation.
News Release
September 27, 2023
Noninvasive, ultrasound-based brain biopsy is feasible, safe in people
Sonobiopsies generate genetic, molecular data to inform treatment decisions for brain diseases.
News Release
June 15, 2023
Diagnosis of rare, genetic muscle disease improved by new approach
Accurate diagnosis is a crucial step toward appropriate treatment.
News Release
February 9, 2023
Disrupted flow of brain fluid may underlie neurodevelopmental disorders
New imaging technique reveals circulation patterns in developing brain.
News Release
January 10, 2023
Sustainability key focus in Neuroscience Research Building construction
Facility on track to achieve LEED Gold certification.
Medical Campus & Community
November 9, 2022
Rejuvenated immune cells can improve clearance of toxic waste from brain
Findings in mice suggest new therapeutic approach to Alzheimer’s, other age-related diseases.
News Release
August 24, 2022
Diversity, equity, inclusion a pillar of Neuroscience Research Building
‘We are all doing important work’.
Medical Campus & Community
July 18, 2022
Podcast: Giving stroke patients a hand
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' is about the IpsiHand, a device to help stroke patients use their brains to regain use of their hands.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
July 11, 2022
Neuroscience leaders tour research building construction site
Neuroscience Research Building’s 11 stories have been framed; siding installation has begun.
Medical Campus & Community
March 7, 2022
Kim named inaugural Danforth WashU Physician Scientist Scholar
Neurosurgeon Albert H. Kim is nationally recognized expert on brain tumors.
News Release
December 13, 2021
IpsiHand stroke-recovery device named product of year by science society
Multidisciplinary Washington University research led to device’s development.
Medical Campus & Community