UAB - Neuroscience Roadmap Scholars Program

Undiagnosed diseases program finds novel genetic variant

UAB researchers have found a previously unknown gene variant that appears to contribute to movement disorders.
New target for drug intervention in Alzheimer’s disease identified

Researchers at UAB are looking at the health of brain structures called dendritic spines in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease.
New radiation therapy shows promise for treating essential tremor

This new, non-invasive way to deliver radiation has helped one Alabama man complete optometry school and launch his new career.
Study identifies promising target for Parkinson’s intervention

Scientists at UAB have homed in on a protein structure in the brain that may be a promising target for new therapies to treat Parkinson’s disease.

UAB Neuroscience Roadmap Scholars Program

Striving to enhance engagement and retention of underrepresented graduate trainees in the neurosciences