Neurology Research

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Explore & Expand the Science of Neurology

Delve deeper into disorders of the nervous system with world-renowned research programs changing what we know about these diseases and the lives of those affected.

Where Research Changes Lives

The U-M Medical School Department of Neurology research programs span the spectrum of neurosciences. Explore basic studies in the pathogenesis of disease, the identification of conditions, patient-oriented disease phenotype studies, the response to novel treatments, epidemiology and health services research related to neurologic disease.

Research Strengths

Learn more about our research strengths across all our divisions of Neurology science.
  • Ataxia Program
  • Comprehensive Epilepsy Program
  • Health Services Research Program
  • Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center
  • Movement Disorders Program
  • Multiple Sclerosis & Clinical Neuroimmunology Research Program
  • NeCTO Program
  • Neuromuscular Diseases & ALS Program
  • Neuro-Oncology Program
  • NeuroSport
  • Sleep Medicine Program
  • Stroke Program

    • Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center

    We are home to a multi-disciplinary campus-wide effort working toward a better understanding of, and an intervention for, Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

    Learn More About Our Alzheimer’s Disease Center
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    Neurology Research By the Numbers
    200+
    Annual Articles in Peer-Reviewed Journals
    9th
    Nationally in Receiving NIH Funding

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    Department News

    Fall asleep faster using these science-backed tips

    Here are some tips we have collected from sleep experts and evolving sleep research to help you get a better night’s rest.
    Department News

    Neurology Crosses the 1,000-Slot Threshold, and the Pipeline Has Never Looked Better

    The number of neurology matches made on this year's Match Day grew 8 percent from 2025.
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    Health Lab

    Timely treatment helps former baseball pro survive on-field stroke with no complications

    Two days after his players recognized stroke symptoms at practice, a baseball and softball coach left the hospital with zero complications or lingering effects thanks to timely treatment.
    Department News

    7 Tips to Sleep Better With Menopause

    If menopause symptoms keep you up, make an appointment to see your doctor. In the meantime, try these lifestyle changes and smart sleep strategies to rest easy.
    Department News

    Severe Stroke Raises Dementia Risk Fivefold

    As stroke severity increases, the risk of progressive cognitive decline and dementia substantially escalates, according to a national study led by Michigan Medicine researchers.
         2026 Awards for Outstanding International Engagement winners Elafros Hsu Beharry
    Department News

    Global REACH Honors 2026 Awardees for Outstanding International Engagement

    Global REACH is proud to announce the winners of this year’s awards program: Assistant Professor of Neurology Melissa Elafros, MD, PhD; Surgery Resident Phillip Hsu, MD, PhD; and Kelly Beharry, a third-year U-M Medical School student.