Announcements
WVU in the News: Opening blood-brain barrier to deliver Alzheimer's drug shows promise
MedPage Today reports on Alzheimer's research conducted at West Virginia University.
WVU in the News: Alzheimer’s drugs might get into the brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study shows
A potential advancement in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease was announced by researchers at the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.
WVU RNI announces breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s using targeted drug delivery
A first in-human study at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute demonstrates the benefits of combining focused ultrasound with antibody treatment to reduce brain amyloid plaques in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. The study is featured in the latest issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
WVU Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders seeks volunteers with Parkinson’s disease for paid study
The WVU Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders is seeking volunteers diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease to participate in a paid research study. The study focuses on how Clear Speech Intervention affects speech communication for people with the disease. Individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s who are noticing difficulty with their speech and communication are encouraged to apply.
WVU researchers aim to increase access to supportive care for brain tumor patients
West Virginia University researchers are working to improve the well-being of patients diagnosed with a brain tumor through rehabilitation.
WVU in the News: Burn pits’ complex emissions simulated in NIEHS grantee’s laboratory
WVU School of Medicine Professor Tim Nurkiewicz speaks to an Environmental Factor contributor about his use of combustion generators and rodent models to gain insight into the emissions' potential effects on veterans.
Early WVU research shows ingestible “smart pill” may detect signs of overdose
In a potential breakthrough for those suffering with opioid use disorder (OUD), the West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) announced a first-in-human study using an innovative smart pill technology to measure and monitor vital signs that can help identify early indications of an overdose.
WVU pediatric dentist contributes to report on dental care access in the state
A West Virginia University board-certified pediatric dentist, whose research emphasis is on the availability of oral healthcare in Appalachia, is a contributor to the most recent report on oral healthcare access in West Virginia.
WVU research shows mindfulness may improve substance use treatment
Patients receiving medication for opioid use disorder are more likely to complete their treatment programs and have a lower risk of relapse if they participate in mindfulness training, according to a West Virginia University study.
WVU Health Sciences leader participates in Capitol Hill briefing
Ming Lei, West Virginia University Health Sciences senior associate vice president for research and graduate education, recently traveled to Capitol Hill to discuss the impact of National Institutes of Health research funding to West Virginia alongside U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito.