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2025 Transformative Neuroscience Pilot Grant Awards

The Brain Institute is pleased to announce the 2025 Transformative Neuroscience Pilot Grant awardees.

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2025 UVA Brain Retreat Hosts Nearly 200 Neuroscience Researchers On Grounds

UVA faculty, students, and staff gathered on April 29, 2025, for the UVA Brain Retreat.

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President Ryan’s 14th Boston Marathon Run Sets Fundraising Record

The effort raised more than $70,000 to support UVA’s Alzheimer’s research and patient care.

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UVA President To Run Boston Marathon in Support of University’s Alzheimer’s Research

Jim Ryan is also dedicating funds raised from Monday’s race to support UVA patients battling the disease.

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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.

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