Neuro360

In The News

360 Degrees of Neurological Innovation

ShiNung Ching, PhD, co-lead of NEURO360’s Mobile Apps, Software & Computing Research Node and a professor of neuroengineering, has been named chair of the Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis.

NEURO360‑aligned research by Muriah D. Wheelock and Brian A. Gordon at WashU Medicine received a $5 million NIH grant to study how early‑life stress affects brain aging and Alzheimer’s.

NEURO360‑aligned research by Muriah D. Wheelock and Brian A. Gordon at WashU Medicine received a $5 million NIH grant to study how early‑life stress affects brain aging and Alzheimer’s.

Lan Yang has been named one of the world’s most highly cited researchers by the Institute for Scientific Information, ranking among the top 1% in her field over the past decade.

Jeff Milbrandt, MD, PhD, has been awarded the inaugural WashU Medicine Dean’s Medal for Innovation and Commercialization, recognizing his transformative discoveries in neurodegeneration and his leadership in translating breakthrough science into therapies.

NEURO360 partner work led by Randall J. Bateman, MD, is advancing global Alzheimer’s prevention trials through WashU’s DIAN-TU, which is testing whether anti-amyloid antibody therapies can stop the disease before symptoms begin.

Illustration of a human brain in blue hues with glowing red and pink neural activity, symbolizing brain function. WashU Medicine logo in upper right.

NEURO360‑aligned research by Muriah D. Wheelock and Brian A. Gordon at WashU Medicine received a $5 million NIH grant to study how early‑life stress affects brain aging and Alzheimer’s.

A person in a blue striped sweater sits in front of a gradient blue background. The "WashU McKelvey Engineering" logo is visible in the top left corner. The person appears calm and composed.

Lan Yang has been named one of the world’s most highly cited researchers by the Institute for Scientific Information, ranking among the top 1% in her field over the past decade.

A person with short light hair, wearing a blue sweater and striped shirt, sits on a red chair, smiling. "WashU Medicine" logo is in the top left.

Jeff Milbrandt, MD, PhD, has been awarded the inaugural WashU Medicine Dean’s Medal for Innovation and Commercialization, recognizing his transformative discoveries in neurodegeneration and his leadership in translating breakthrough science into therapies.

A person in a suit stands against a vibrant background of illuminated neurons. The CBS News logo is above, conveying a professional and scientific tone.

NEURO360 partner work led by Randall J. Bateman, MD, is advancing global Alzheimer’s prevention trials through WashU’s DIAN-TU, which is testing whether anti-amyloid antibody therapies can stop the disease before symptoms begin.

A woman in a black blazer smiles while holding a robotic hand in a workshop. The desk is cluttered with electronic parts. Logos of St. Louis Business Journal and Saint Louis University are in the background.

Saint Louis University’s Jenna Gorlewicz, Ph.D., has been named to the St. Louis Business Journal’s prestigious 40 Under 40 list, recognizing her leadership in engineering, research, and community impact.

Bright fiber optics in blue and purple create a dynamic backdrop for the WashU McKelvey Engineering and Medicine logos, linked by a handshake icon.

A group of researchers from WashU in the McKelvey School of Engineering and the School of Medicine have created a new kind of fiber-optic device to manipulate neural activity deep in the brain. The device, called PRIME fiber, delivers multi-site, reconfigurable optical stimulation through a single, hair-thin implant.

Man in suit adjusts headgear on a mannequin in a tech lab. A woman in the background focuses on equipment. The scene is focused and professional.

Dr. Eric Leuthardt, neurosurgeon, scientist, entrepreneur, and co-leader of NEURO360, is advancing neurotechnology in St. Louis by translating groundbreaking research into life-changing solutions, launching companies like Neurolutions and Aurenar, and building a city-wide neurotech ecosystem.

A man in a suit and tie stands confidently indoors, in front of a blurred staircase. The WashU Medicine logo is visible in the upper right corner.

A $3.2M NIH grant will support groundbreaking AI-driven research by WashU’s Ganesh Chand, PhD, to uncover mechanisms behind neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer’s.

A speaker presents in a modern auditorium at the BioSTL Global Health Innovation Summit. Attendees sit attentively, with a vibrant projection screen behind.

NEURO360 took center stage at the 2025 BioSTL Global Health Innovation Summit in St. Louis, featuring a half-day dedicated to neuroscience innovation. Panels, startup showcases, and translation-to-practice discussions highlighted St. Louis as an emerging global hub for brain health breakthroughs.

StL Mag

NEURO360 partner, C2N Diagnostics, is set to occupy just over …

NEURO360 partner, Avadel Pharmaceuticals, is expanding its sleep medicine pipeline …

MRI brain scans in a grid pattern form the background of the image. Central red text reads “St. Louis Magazine,” giving a medical and scientific feel.

St. Louis Magazine highlights NEURO360’s vision to position St. Louis as a national leader in neuroscience and neurotechnology, uniting WashU, BioSTL, industry partners, and regional stakeholders to accelerate discovery, translation, workforce development, and community impact across the entire neuroscience ecosystem.