Neuroplasticity of the Brain & Physical Exercise: Keeping a Sharp Mind
Neuroplasticity is the ability of the brain to develop new neural pathways or connections between brain cells or neurons. Most neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s as well as mild cognitive impairment, are accompanied by a loss of brain plasticity.
Remembering Dr. Ralph L. Sacco
On the first anniversary of the passing of Ralph L. Sacco, M.D., M.S., professor, third chair of the Department of Neurology, and Executive Director of the EMBI, on January 17th, 2023, we remember his breadth of accomplishments and his dedication to advancing brain health. As we continue to advance our mission, we know that he would be proud of all our accomplishments.
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University of Miami
Miller School of Medicine
Department of Neurology
1120 NW 14th Street, CRB # 1353
Miami, FL 33136
305-243-1386
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Miller School of Medicine
Department of Neurology
1120 NW 14th Street, CRB # 1353
Miami, FL 33136
305-243-1386
Dr. Tatjana Rundek Awarded the Evelyn F. McKnight Endowed Chair for Learning and Memory in Aging
At a ceremony before many of the nation’s most prominent neurologists, renowned researcher, epidemiologist, mentor, and educator Tatjana Rundek, M.D., Ph.D., formally became the holder of the Evelyn F. McKnight Endowed Chair for Learning and Memory in Aging.
Congratulations to Dr. Joyce Gomes-Osman for being awarded a Mentored Translational Research Scholars Program Award (KL2) from the Clinical and Translational Science Institute at the University of Miami!
Congratulations to Dr. Joyce Gomes-Osman for being awarded a Mentored Translational Research Scholars Program Award (KL2) from the Clinical and Translational Science Institute at the University of Miami! This program is designed to support the research career development of early stage investigators at the assistant professor level for two years and will include: (1) 75% salary support up to the NIH Salary Cap; (2) $2,500 for travel and training-related activities; (3) $30,000 for research expenses.
Neighborhood Greenness and Alzheimer’s Disease in 249,405 U.S. Medicare Beneficiaries
Neighborhood greenness, or vegetative presence, has been associated with various indicators of health and wellbeing, but its relationship to Alzheimer’s disease has been less studied. Understanding the role of environmental factors in Alzheimer’s disease in older adults may inform and complement traditional interventions for Alzheimer’s disease and/or related dementias, including prevention and treatment. This study examines the relationship between neighborhood greenness and a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease among older adults in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States.