University of Kansas Medical Center News
The University of Kansas Medical Center is improving lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research and health care. Explore some of our recent accomplishments.
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June 11, 2025KU researchers publish specialized clinic model to fast-track access to new Alzheimer’s drugsDedicated clinics with condensed clinical processes and multidisciplinary teams can identify and treat more patients who could benefit from the drugs early
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June 4, 2025Creatine shows potential to boost cognition in Alzheimer’s patientsA pilot study conducted at KU, the first to look at creatine supplementation in people with dementia, indicated moderate improvements in cognitive function.
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March 25, 2025KU Medical Center hosts annual Brain Bee competition to engage high school students with brain health researchA dozen area high schools were represented, with the winner advancing to the national competition.
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December 17, 2024KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center collaborating with Brigham Young University on study of blood test for early detection of Alzheimer’s diseaseThis joint effort will use samples from KU ADRC research to validate a blood test developed by BYU.
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November 13, 2024Progress in brain cancer research brings hope on the horizonResearchers at KU Cancer Center are working to make strides in diagnosing and treating brain cancers.
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November 8, 2024JAMA Neurology editorial calls for interdisciplinary team-based care during new therapeutic era for dementiaNew models of collaborative care are needed to implement advances in dementia care, according to an article co-authored by the co-director of the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
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July 12, 2024Exploring the power of music to treat pain and diseaseKU Medical Center researcher combines her education in music and cognitive psychology to study how music affects the brain
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June 14, 2024KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center part of global study deploying blood biomarker testing for dementia diagnosesBlood biomarkers have the potential to accelerate diagnoses for dementia and identify people most likely to benefit from the new drugs for Alzheimer’s disease.
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April 3, 2024ABATE study to test a vaccine for Alzheimer’s disease in people with Down syndromeKU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center is participating in the first clinical trial testing a drug intended to slow down or even prevent Alzheimer's in people with Down syndrome, who are at high risk for the disease.
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January 19, 2024Brain Health Boot Camp teaches new habits and behaviors to impact long-term brain healthKU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center offers program featuring evidence-based strategies to improve and protect brain health
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December 8, 2023KU Medical Center researcher testing drug to improve concussion symptomsDrug tested in pilot study showed promising results in reducing common concussion symptoms
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November 21, 2023Documentary offers empowered approach to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease“Why” is a documentary created by the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center that puts forth a positive perspective on the lives of people living with cognitive decline and dementia.
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June 21, 2023Former KU neurology resident and fellow publishes book on getting ahead by looking backKimberly Johnson Hatchett, M.D., uses examples from her life to help others live their best lives
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April 18, 2023Lenexa retiree goes above and beyond to support dementia research at KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research CenterRobert Deady has no scientific degree, but his dedication to the work of KU ADRC earns him the title (and award) of Citizen Scientist.
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March 30, 2023New Kansas City airport incorporates dementia-friendly features with guidance from KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research CenterThe KU ARDC’s Michelle Niedens and Dementia Friendly Kansas City provided advice and advocacy to help make the new Kansas City International Airport more welcoming and accessible.
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March 2, 2023Text-messaging program provides free support for caregivers of people with dementiaAvailable in English and Spanish, CareTEXT was developed by the KU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center to help caregivers of people with dementia take care of their loved one as well as themselves.
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February 16, 2023KU Neurosurgery faculty and residents host surgery-based event designed to give a unique early peek into neurosurgery specialtiesNeurosurgery faculty and residents provided a hands-on look for KU medical students, who rotated through various stations highlighting different neurosurgical procedures.
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February 14, 2023KU Medical Center hosts Brain Bee to promote knowledge in the neurosciencesArea high school students came to KU Medical Center to participate in Kansas City Regional Brain Bee, a qualifier for the USA Brain Bee, sponsored by the Society for Neuroscience.