I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to lead the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. The Institute has a long history of leading, funding, and facilitating great advanc
Director's Messages
On March 31, 2015, NINDS and the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health (FNIH) convened 39 scientists and clinicians as well as representatives from several organizations including the Na
In March the Institute of Medicine held a workshop on electrical and magnetic modes of Non-Invasive Neuromodulation of the Central Nervous System.
The NINDS investigator community is passionate about discovering new and better ways of preventing and treating stroke as well as improving recovery in those who suffer stro
Pain is the product of one of the most basic parts of the nervous system. That system is essential in protecting us from injury.
Since it’s inception in 2004, the NIH Blueprint has aimed to accelerate discoveries in neuroscience research across 15 collaborating Institutes a
For NINDS, 2014 was marked by momentous transition, major accomplishments, and exciting opportunities.
Neuroscience is fun, fascinating and often intensely focused, either on furthering our understanding of how the nervous system works or on improving treatments for tragic neurological disorders.
In partnership with nine other Institutes and Centers (ICs), NINDS helps support and coordinate the NIH BRAIN Initiative.