News: Department of Brain Health

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories featuring the people and programs of UNLV.

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Campus News |

The Chambers-Grundy Center for Transformative Neuroscience will advance research and the science of treatment for Alzheimer’s and other neurological disorders.

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Business and Community |

As remote work and distance learning become a way of life, UNLV occupational therapist Donna Costa offers hacks for a healthy home office and exercise routine.

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Campus News |

Now's the time for those working in the field to pursue post-professional doctorate to be ready for expanded job market once economy gears back up.

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Campus News |

A collection of news stories capturing the excitement and accomplishments of UNLV at the start of a new decade.

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Business and Community |

A collection of news stories from 2019 highlighting UNLV's impact in Southern Nevada and beyond.

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People |

A collection of stories highlighting UNLV faculty and students who made the news in 2019.

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Research |

UNLV’s new Department of Brain Health leads interdisciplinary effort to answer tough questions about traumatic brain injury.

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Campus News |

Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health neurologist Dr. Jeffrey Cummings joins UNLV to help launch new program that will be crucial for an aging state population.

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Campus News |

Formerly called School of Allied Health Sciences, the renamed unit has also launched new department of brain health.

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Research |

New research unveils the anterior cingulate cortex’s role in memory retrieval and potential implications for dementia treatment.

Charles Bernick
People |

Dr. Charles Bernick, School of Community Health Alumnus of the Year, has gotten Nevada into the thick of the fight against Alzheimer's.