UF McKnight Brain Institute
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The Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida is dedicated to a multidisciplinary approach to neuroscience research and education.
A new study led by MBI researcher Dr. Aliyah Snyder finds that current tools for evaluating traumatic brain injuries in menopausal women may overlook how hormone changes affect recovery.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:44 PM
A new study led by MBI researcher Dr. Aliyah Snyder finds that current tools for evaluating traumatic brain injuries in menopausal women may overlook how hormone changes affect recovery.
Learn more: bit.ly/4hLKtAt
Learn more: bit.ly/4hLKtAt
Congrats to Dr. Leah Reznikov, MBI Gator NeuroScholar Dr. Pedro Trevizan Bau and team on their study's selection by @apspublications.bsky.social as a top recent article in physiological research. The study uncovers new potential targets for asthma therapy.
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Learn more: bit.ly/3Jyflry
November 5, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Congrats to Dr. Leah Reznikov, MBI Gator NeuroScholar Dr. Pedro Trevizan Bau and team on their study's selection by @apspublications.bsky.social as a top recent article in physiological research. The study uncovers new potential targets for asthma therapy.
Learn more: bit.ly/3Jyflry
Learn more: bit.ly/3Jyflry
Congrats to MBI researcher Dr. Eric Wang, the UF Innovate Innovator of the Year for his work in neuromuscular & neurological diseases, as well as RNA biology.
Dr. Christine Schmidt's team was also honored as a recipient of the Innovation Fund.
Read more: bit.ly/43epsbE
Dr. Christine Schmidt's team was also honored as a recipient of the Innovation Fund.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Congrats to MBI researcher Dr. Eric Wang, the UF Innovate Innovator of the Year for his work in neuromuscular & neurological diseases, as well as RNA biology.
Dr. Christine Schmidt's team was also honored as a recipient of the Innovation Fund.
Read more: bit.ly/43epsbE
Dr. Christine Schmidt's team was also honored as a recipient of the Innovation Fund.
Read more: bit.ly/43epsbE
Congratulations to Drs. Adithya Gopinath and Zachary Sorrentino for winning 2025 Toffler Trust Scholars Awards for researchers whose early-stage projects hold potential to drive meaningful scientific breakthroughs.
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Learn more: bit.ly/3X4w3BM
October 30, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Congratulations to Drs. Adithya Gopinath and Zachary Sorrentino for winning 2025 Toffler Trust Scholars Awards for researchers whose early-stage projects hold potential to drive meaningful scientific breakthroughs.
Learn more: bit.ly/3X4w3BM
Learn more: bit.ly/3X4w3BM
Congratulations to Dr. Zahra Hasanpour-Segherlou — a postdoc in MBI researcher Dr. Brian Hoh's lab — on receiving a 2025 Brain Aneurysm Foundation grant for her project investigating a new therapeutic strategy to protect the brain after subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Learn more: bit.ly/47mvkBV
Learn more: bit.ly/47mvkBV
October 13, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Zahra Hasanpour-Segherlou — a postdoc in MBI researcher Dr. Brian Hoh's lab — on receiving a 2025 Brain Aneurysm Foundation grant for her project investigating a new therapeutic strategy to protect the brain after subarachnoid hemorrhage.
Learn more: bit.ly/47mvkBV
Learn more: bit.ly/47mvkBV
The MBI community gathered on Fridays in September for a new breakfast seminar series that featured leading University of Florida experts sharing strategies for expanding human-based research using emerging technologies.
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Learn more: bit.ly/42i4ubq
October 2, 2025 at 5:28 PM
The MBI community gathered on Fridays in September for a new breakfast seminar series that featured leading University of Florida experts sharing strategies for expanding human-based research using emerging technologies.
Learn more: bit.ly/42i4ubq
Learn more: bit.ly/42i4ubq
The lab of Dr. Alfonso Martin Peña investigates the neural circuits and genetic pathways that link sleep sensitivity to cognitive function, motivated behaviors and the deficits associated with dementias such as Alzheimer's, Lewy body dementia, FTLD and Parkinson's. #MBI_Labs
October 2, 2025 at 1:01 PM
The lab of Dr. Alfonso Martin Peña investigates the neural circuits and genetic pathways that link sleep sensitivity to cognitive function, motivated behaviors and the deficits associated with dementias such as Alzheimer's, Lewy body dementia, FTLD and Parkinson's. #MBI_Labs
Using MRI scans analyzed by a machine learning system, MBI researchers found that optimism, good sleep, social support and other healthy habits were associated with slower brain aging, even in people living with chronic pain.
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Read more: bit.ly/472dTq2
October 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Using MRI scans analyzed by a machine learning system, MBI researchers found that optimism, good sleep, social support and other healthy habits were associated with slower brain aging, even in people living with chronic pain.
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Read more: bit.ly/472dTq2
The MBI has added four new Gator NeuroScholars investigating a wide range of neurological conditions. The postdoctoral fellowship program features a competitive stipend and mentorship opportunities. #PostdocAppreciationWeek.
Learn more about our new Gator NeuroScholars: bit.ly/46dVvu4
Learn more about our new Gator NeuroScholars: bit.ly/46dVvu4
September 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
The MBI has added four new Gator NeuroScholars investigating a wide range of neurological conditions. The postdoctoral fellowship program features a competitive stipend and mentorship opportunities. #PostdocAppreciationWeek.
Learn more about our new Gator NeuroScholars: bit.ly/46dVvu4
Learn more about our new Gator NeuroScholars: bit.ly/46dVvu4
Are you an MBI researcher seeking seed or bridge funding to support your latest neuro research project?
The MBI Accelerator Program (now in its second annual funding cycle) will provide up to $50K for up to 8 projects.
Apply by Oct. 20. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47UdcOk
The MBI Accelerator Program (now in its second annual funding cycle) will provide up to $50K for up to 8 projects.
Apply by Oct. 20. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47UdcOk
September 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Are you an MBI researcher seeking seed or bridge funding to support your latest neuro research project?
The MBI Accelerator Program (now in its second annual funding cycle) will provide up to $50K for up to 8 projects.
Apply by Oct. 20. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47UdcOk
The MBI Accelerator Program (now in its second annual funding cycle) will provide up to $50K for up to 8 projects.
Apply by Oct. 20. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/47UdcOk
Using AI, MBI researchers show a potential new way to improve medication management in Parkinson’s disease. The Proceedings of Machine Learning Research study details a method to predict medication needs up to two years in advance.
Read our latest Research Snapshot: bit.ly/4phhlUW
Read our latest Research Snapshot: bit.ly/4phhlUW
September 16, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Using AI, MBI researchers show a potential new way to improve medication management in Parkinson’s disease. The Proceedings of Machine Learning Research study details a method to predict medication needs up to two years in advance.
Read our latest Research Snapshot: bit.ly/4phhlUW
Read our latest Research Snapshot: bit.ly/4phhlUW
Another great turnout for MBI's "Brains & Bagels" today featuring Dr. Stefan Prokop.
Prokop was the second speaker for our "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" series with his presentation "Neuropathology & the Brain Bank."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Prokop was the second speaker for our "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" series with his presentation "Neuropathology & the Brain Bank."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
September 12, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Another great turnout for MBI's "Brains & Bagels" today featuring Dr. Stefan Prokop.
Prokop was the second speaker for our "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" series with his presentation "Neuropathology & the Brain Bank."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Prokop was the second speaker for our "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" series with his presentation "Neuropathology & the Brain Bank."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Congratulations to MBI researcher Dr. Matthew Farrer, winner of the 2025 Tom Isaacs Award from Cure Parkinson's and the Van Andel Institute. The annual award honors a researcher who has shown the greatest impact on the lives of people with Parkinson’s.
Read more: bit.ly/46ieRNk
Read more: bit.ly/46ieRNk
September 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Congratulations to MBI researcher Dr. Matthew Farrer, winner of the 2025 Tom Isaacs Award from Cure Parkinson's and the Van Andel Institute. The annual award honors a researcher who has shown the greatest impact on the lives of people with Parkinson’s.
Read more: bit.ly/46ieRNk
Read more: bit.ly/46ieRNk
A form of early-onset dementia is commonly misdiagnosed as a psychiatric disorder, delaying potential access to clinical trials. A review by UF researchers identifies a fluid biomarker that could supplement exams for faster diagnosis.
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September 10, 2025 at 4:44 PM
A form of early-onset dementia is commonly misdiagnosed as a psychiatric disorder, delaying potential access to clinical trials. A review by UF researchers identifies a fluid biomarker that could supplement exams for faster diagnosis.
Read more: bit.ly/4mgkstD
Read more: bit.ly/4mgkstD
MBI researchers: Join us at 9 a.m. Friday for Brains & Bagels: our new seminar series featuring discussions over ☕️ & 🥯
Dr. Stefan Prokop will continue a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to NIH's new emphasis on human-based research.
RSVP 👉 bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Dr. Stefan Prokop will continue a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to NIH's new emphasis on human-based research.
RSVP 👉 bit.ly/4lHRCSL
September 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
MBI researchers: Join us at 9 a.m. Friday for Brains & Bagels: our new seminar series featuring discussions over ☕️ & 🥯
Dr. Stefan Prokop will continue a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to NIH's new emphasis on human-based research.
RSVP 👉 bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Dr. Stefan Prokop will continue a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to NIH's new emphasis on human-based research.
RSVP 👉 bit.ly/4lHRCSL
It was a full house for the MBI's first "Brains & Bagels" event featuring Dr. Azra Bihorac.
Bihorac kicked off a four-part series "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" with her talk "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Bihorac kicked off a four-part series "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" with her talk "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
September 5, 2025 at 3:44 PM
It was a full house for the MBI's first "Brains & Bagels" event featuring Dr. Azra Bihorac.
Bihorac kicked off a four-part series "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" with her talk "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Bihorac kicked off a four-part series "Integrating Model Systems and Human Research" with her talk "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research."
Join us next Friday: bit.ly/45EQcUn
Congratulations to MBI researchers Drs. Joanna Long & Matthew Sarkisian, winners of 2025 Research Equipment Seed Fund Awards which will strengthen the MBI’s Microscopy Core & Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy facility (AMRIS).
Read more: bit.ly/46ilMr3
Read more: bit.ly/46ilMr3
September 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Congratulations to MBI researchers Drs. Joanna Long & Matthew Sarkisian, winners of 2025 Research Equipment Seed Fund Awards which will strengthen the MBI’s Microscopy Core & Advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy facility (AMRIS).
Read more: bit.ly/46ilMr3
Read more: bit.ly/46ilMr3
Don't miss the MBI's first Brains & Bagels discussion, led by Dr. Azra Bihorac, titled "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research." 🧠🥯☕️
When: 9-10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5
Where: HPNP Building, Room G-101
RSVP: bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Learn more: bit.ly/45EQcUn
*Coffee and carbs provided*
When: 9-10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5
Where: HPNP Building, Room G-101
RSVP: bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Learn more: bit.ly/45EQcUn
*Coffee and carbs provided*
August 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Don't miss the MBI's first Brains & Bagels discussion, led by Dr. Azra Bihorac, titled "AI in Human-Centered Clinical Research." 🧠🥯☕️
When: 9-10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5
Where: HPNP Building, Room G-101
RSVP: bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Learn more: bit.ly/45EQcUn
*Coffee and carbs provided*
When: 9-10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 5
Where: HPNP Building, Room G-101
RSVP: bit.ly/4lHRCSL
Learn more: bit.ly/45EQcUn
*Coffee and carbs provided*
MBI researcher Dr. Michelle Bedenbaugh studies the neural circuits that drive stress, eating and other motivated behaviors.
Learn more about her work and how it intersects with the science of smell and taste: bit.ly/467cdLt
Learn more about her work and how it intersects with the science of smell and taste: bit.ly/467cdLt
August 26, 2025 at 3:13 PM
MBI researcher Dr. Michelle Bedenbaugh studies the neural circuits that drive stress, eating and other motivated behaviors.
Learn more about her work and how it intersects with the science of smell and taste: bit.ly/467cdLt
Learn more about her work and how it intersects with the science of smell and taste: bit.ly/467cdLt
Congratulations to MBI researcher Dr. Michael Jaffee, named chair of Brain Injury Association of America's new Brain Injury Action Coalition, which will identify new solutions and accelerate advancements in treatment & prevention.
Read more: bit.ly/4oOhChP
Read more: bit.ly/4oOhChP
August 22, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Congratulations to MBI researcher Dr. Michael Jaffee, named chair of Brain Injury Association of America's new Brain Injury Action Coalition, which will identify new solutions and accelerate advancements in treatment & prevention.
Read more: bit.ly/4oOhChP
Read more: bit.ly/4oOhChP
MBI researchers: Join us Friday, Sept. 5 for Brains & Bagels: our new seminar series featuring discussions 🧠 over coffee ☕️ and carbs 🥯!
Dr. Azra Bihorac will kick off a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to the NIH's new emphasis on human based research.
Dr. Azra Bihorac will kick off a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to the NIH's new emphasis on human based research.
August 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
MBI researchers: Join us Friday, Sept. 5 for Brains & Bagels: our new seminar series featuring discussions 🧠 over coffee ☕️ and carbs 🥯!
Dr. Azra Bihorac will kick off a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to the NIH's new emphasis on human based research.
Dr. Azra Bihorac will kick off a four-part series exploring how investigators can adapt to the NIH's new emphasis on human based research.
The lab of Dr. Jose Abisambra studies tau's role in neurodegeneration, particularly its effects on RNA translation, in various conditions including Alzheimer's and traumatic brain injury. Abisambra is the MBI's associate director for research programs. #MBI_Labs
August 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
The lab of Dr. Jose Abisambra studies tau's role in neurodegeneration, particularly its effects on RNA translation, in various conditions including Alzheimer's and traumatic brain injury. Abisambra is the MBI's associate director for research programs. #MBI_Labs
Nature BME study by MBI researchers showing an mRNA vaccine boosted antitumor effects in mice — bringing researchers closer to a universal cancer vaccine — has received media coverage across the globe from CNN Brasil to Daily Mail to CNBC.
Learn more: bit.ly/411c35C
Learn more: bit.ly/411c35C
August 11, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Nature BME study by MBI researchers showing an mRNA vaccine boosted antitumor effects in mice — bringing researchers closer to a universal cancer vaccine — has received media coverage across the globe from CNN Brasil to Daily Mail to CNBC.
Learn more: bit.ly/411c35C
Learn more: bit.ly/411c35C
MBI researchers Drs. Jianping Huang and John Ligon have launched a first-ever human clinical trial to test a potential immunotherapy treatment for children with high-grade gliomas, an aggressive type of brain tumor.
Read more: bit.ly/41hSTbV
Read more: bit.ly/41hSTbV
August 7, 2025 at 1:36 PM
MBI researchers Drs. Jianping Huang and John Ligon have launched a first-ever human clinical trial to test a potential immunotherapy treatment for children with high-grade gliomas, an aggressive type of brain tumor.
Read more: bit.ly/41hSTbV
Read more: bit.ly/41hSTbV
In Pharmacological Reviews, MBI researchers Drs. Nancy Padilla-Coreano and Freddyson Martínez-Rivera examine dopamine’s role in social behaviors and how its dysfunction in neuropsychiatric disorders like autism could affect social interactions.
Read more: bit.ly/4m7Hkwf
Read more: bit.ly/4m7Hkwf
August 6, 2025 at 8:06 PM
In Pharmacological Reviews, MBI researchers Drs. Nancy Padilla-Coreano and Freddyson Martínez-Rivera examine dopamine’s role in social behaviors and how its dysfunction in neuropsychiatric disorders like autism could affect social interactions.
Read more: bit.ly/4m7Hkwf
Read more: bit.ly/4m7Hkwf