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Saluting the NIH: Advancing Science
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has always been a pillar of hope and discovery. Even when budgets get tight, the NIH doesn’t back down—it keeps moving forward, focused on advancing science and saving lives.
Wait. What? Brain Donation is Not a Part of Organ Donation?
When people hear about brain donation for the very first time, they have a lot of questions. Until someone grasps the reasons why there’s a critical need for it, or understands the logistics of how it works, it’s a whole new concept. Usually, there is one specific question that comes up first--and that one may be the toughest to answer.
July 10, 2025What Happens After We Die? Exploring Burial, Cremation, and New Paths Forward
When we talk about end-of-life planning, we often focus on administrative tasks —wills, healthcare directives, insurance. But there’s another deeply personal question that deserves equal attention: What happens to our bodies when we die?
May 28, 2025The Gift of Understanding: Brain Donation and PTSD Research
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects millions of people worldwide, from combat veterans and first responders to survivors of domestic partner abuse, accidents, or natural disasters. Yet despite its prevalence, the condition remains shrouded in scientific mystery.
May 28, 2025Dementia and brain banking: It’s complicated
One thing scientists must do is manage the types of brain tissue available to researchers. Too much of one diagnosis can mean not enough resources for others.
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