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📢 Calling all early-career scientists who have promoted enhanced research rigor: Describe your efforts in six short prompts for your chance to win a CASH prize of up to $10,000! The deadline is 6/6/25! Learn more: challenge.gov/?challenge=nin…

📢 Calling all early-career scientists who have promoted enhanced research rigor:

Describe your efforts in six short prompts for your chance to win a CASH prize of up to $10,000!

The deadline is 6/6/25!

Learn more: challenge.gov/?challenge=nin…
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Imagine losing control of your movements. Ataxia is a nervous system disorder impacting coordination, balance, speech, and vision. At NINDS, we are committed to advancing research to better understand and ultimately treat this condition. Learn more: bit.ly/449o4bs

Imagine losing control of your movements. Ataxia is a nervous system disorder impacting coordination, balance, speech, and vision. At NINDS, we are committed to advancing research to better understand and ultimately treat this condition. Learn more: bit.ly/449o4bs
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NIH HEAL Initiative® pain research recommendations will be presented at the upcoming National Advisory Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NANDS) Council meeting on May 14–15. Tune in: videocast.nih.gov/watch=56767 #nihHEALinitiative #PainResearch

NIH HEAL Initiative® pain research recommendations will be presented at the upcoming National Advisory Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NANDS) Council meeting on May 14–15. 
Tune in: videocast.nih.gov/watch=56767 
#nihHEALinitiative #PainResearch
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Tune in to the NIH #BRAINInitiative Working Group meetings on NIH Videocast. The Multi-Council Working Group will meet on Thursday, May 8. Learn more here: bit.ly/3EXriVc

Tune in to the <a href="/NIH/">NIH</a> #BRAINInitiative Working Group meetings on NIH Videocast. The Multi-Council Working Group will meet on Thursday, May 8. Learn more here: bit.ly/3EXriVc
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Tune in to the NIH #BRAINInitiative Working Group meetings on NIH Videocast. The Neuroethics Working Group presentation will be on Friday, May 9. Learn more here: bit.ly/3EXriVc

Tune in to the <a href="/NIH/">NIH</a> #BRAINInitiative Working Group meetings on NIH Videocast. The Neuroethics Working Group presentation will be on Friday, May 9. Learn more here: bit.ly/3EXriVc
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Stroke treatment can’t wait. During a stroke, 2 million brain cells die EVERY MINUTE. Getting to the hospital FAST can significantly improve your chances of recovery. Don't wait! Learn the signs of stroke and what to do: stroke.nih.gov #StrokeAwareness #NINDS

Stroke treatment can’t wait.

During a stroke, 2 million brain cells die EVERY MINUTE. Getting to the hospital FAST can significantly improve your chances of recovery.

Don't wait! Learn the signs of stroke and what to do: stroke.nih.gov 
#StrokeAwareness #NINDS
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Have you heard of Empty Sella Syndrome (ESS)? It's a rare condition affecting the pituitary gland, which controls key hormones. Understanding rare conditions like ESS is part of our commitment at NINDS. Learn more: bit.ly/4jq84Xu

Have you heard of Empty Sella Syndrome (ESS)? It's a rare condition affecting the pituitary gland, which controls key hormones. Understanding rare conditions like ESS is part of our commitment at NINDS. 

Learn more: bit.ly/4jq84Xu
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The National Advisory Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NANDS) Council plays a critical role in shaping NINDS's research priorities. Join the public portion of the 226th meeting on May 14-15, 2025. Learn more: go.nih.gov/aR54jPR

The National Advisory Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NANDS) Council plays a critical role in shaping NINDS's research priorities. Join the public portion of the 226th meeting on May 14-15, 2025. Learn more: go.nih.gov/aR54jPR
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Stroke treatment can't wait! Did you know NINDS offers vital stroke prevention information in Spanish? Learn how to recognize the signs, get help quickly, and understand recovery options. Visit the NINDS website for more: catalog.ninds.nih.gov/series/know-st…

Stroke treatment can't wait!

Did you know NINDS offers vital stroke prevention information in Spanish? Learn how to recognize the signs, get help quickly, and understand recovery options.

Visit the NINDS website for more: catalog.ninds.nih.gov/series/know-st…
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The #nihHEALinitiative seeks solutions to the overdose and pain public health crises. The 2025 annual report provides examples of HEAL research making progress and offering hope to communities. Learn more: go.nih.gov/L8IU4Dw

The #nihHEALinitiative seeks solutions to the overdose and pain public health crises. The 2025 annual report provides examples of HEAL research making progress and offering hope to communities. Learn more: go.nih.gov/L8IU4Dw
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Exciting news in stroke research! An NIH-funded study found that uric acid showed promising results in improving long-term outcomes after stroke in preclinical models. Read the full story on this NIH-supported study: bit.ly/4jFawJ6

Exciting news in stroke research! An NIH-funded study found that uric acid showed promising results in improving long-term outcomes after stroke in preclinical models.

Read the full story on this NIH-supported study: bit.ly/4jFawJ6
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A team of molecular biologists, neuroscientists, and experts in AI funded by the NIH #BRAINInitiative is transforming neuroscience research with a new large-scale toolkit of gene delivery systems! Learn more about the findings: nih.gov/news-events/ne… #studyBRAIN

A team of molecular biologists, neuroscientists, and experts in AI funded by the <a href="/NIH/">NIH</a> #BRAINInitiative is transforming neuroscience research with a new large-scale toolkit of gene delivery systems! Learn more about the findings: nih.gov/news-events/ne… #studyBRAIN
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What are Cerebral Cavernous Malformations (CCMs)? Brain lesions that can leak blood, potentially causing seizures, headaches, or back pain. Further research into the pathogenesis and optimal management of CCMs is crucial. Learn more from NINDS: bit.ly/3RzMnYK

What are Cerebral Cavernous Malformations (CCMs)? Brain lesions that can leak blood, potentially causing seizures, headaches, or back pain. Further research into the pathogenesis and optimal management of CCMs is crucial.

Learn more from NINDS: bit.ly/3RzMnYK
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The deadline for the NINDS Early-Career Rigor Champions Prize is in two weeks (6/6/25)! Up to 11 CASH awards will be made! x.com/NIH_NINDS/stat…

The deadline for the NINDS Early-Career Rigor Champions Prize is in two weeks (6/6/25)!

Up to 11 CASH awards will be made!

x.com/NIH_NINDS/stat…
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What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? It's brain damage caused by an external force (bump, blow, jolt, or penetrating injury). Not all head impacts cause TBI. Learn more from NINDS: bit.ly/4jPzW7e

What is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? It's brain damage caused by an external force (bump, blow, jolt, or penetrating injury). Not all head impacts cause TBI. Learn more from NINDS: bit.ly/4jPzW7e
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Calling all nonprofit leaders in the neurological space! NINDS is hosting its annual Nonprofit Forum, "Progress through Partnership," on June 25th. This is a fantastic chance to connect with other nonprofit leaders and chat with NINDS staff. Register now: bit.ly/42qimAL

Calling all nonprofit leaders in the neurological space! NINDS is hosting its annual Nonprofit Forum, "Progress through Partnership," on June 25th. This is a fantastic chance to connect with other nonprofit leaders and chat with NINDS staff. Register now: bit.ly/42qimAL
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Calling all nonprofit leaders in the neurological space! NINDS is hosting its annual Nonprofit Forum, "Progress through Partnership," on June 25th. This is a fantastic chance to connect with other nonprofit leaders and chat with NINDS staff. Register now: bit.ly/42qimAL

Calling all nonprofit leaders in the neurological space! NINDS is hosting its annual Nonprofit Forum, "Progress through Partnership," on June 25th. This is a fantastic chance to connect with other nonprofit leaders and chat with NINDS staff. Register now: bit.ly/42qimAL
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What is Intracranial Atherosclerotic Disease (ICAD)? ICAD is a leading cause of stroke, where brain arteries harden & narrow due to plaque. Understanding ICAD is crucial for stroke prevention! Learn more:bit.ly/3GXUL2a

What is Intracranial Atherosclerotic Disease (ICAD)? ICAD is a leading cause of stroke, where brain arteries harden &amp; narrow due to plaque. Understanding ICAD is crucial for stroke prevention!

Learn more:bit.ly/3GXUL2a
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Neurosyphilis is a rare bacterial infection that affects the brain or spinal cord. It can occur in individuals who have had syphilis that has gone untreated for a long time. Learn more: bit.ly/45kZ0i9

Neurosyphilis is a rare bacterial infection that affects the brain or spinal cord. It can occur in individuals who have had syphilis that has gone untreated for a long time. 

Learn more: bit.ly/45kZ0i9
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What are Arachnoid Cysts? These are the most common type of brain cysts, but they're not tumors. They're fluid-filled sacs that form when one of the brain's protective membranes splits. Learn more about arachnoid cysts: bit.ly/4dqb3gh

What are Arachnoid Cysts? These are the most common type of brain cysts, but they're not tumors. They're fluid-filled sacs that form when one of the brain's protective membranes splits.

Learn more about arachnoid cysts: bit.ly/4dqb3gh