We make connections.
Literally.
The UVA Brain Institute pursues neuroscience discovery in service of society.
We build and sustain interdisciplinary neuroscience research teams across Grounds to address major societal challenges.
Research Areas
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Alzheimer’s Disease
Bending the curve in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
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Epilepsy
Building on a legacy of excellence in bench and clinical epilepsy research
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Neurodevelopment
Deciphering the trajectory of brain development
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Pain and Addiction
Leveraging preeminence to bring innovation to pain and addiction research
In The News
A Deep Dive Into Neuroscience
Neuroscience discoveries at the University of Virginia have helped patients at every stage of the life cycle and led researchers to a better understanding of the human body’s most important organ.
Infographics
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144Faculty Supported
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35Departments Collaborating
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4735590Awarded in Seed Funding
2024 UVA Brain Symposium
The 2024 Symposium was held May 21 - 23 at the UVA Contemplative Commons building and showcased groundbreaking neuroscience research at UVA and beyond. The next UVA Brain Symposium will take place in 2026.
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Neurological Clinical Trials
Get information about currently ongoing clinical trials at UVA Health.