Tag: Research

WashU Neurosurgery and Anesthesiology Launches Multicenter Clinical Trial Evaluating Semaglutide for Chronic Low Back Pain

Researchers in the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery and Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine are leading a new multicenter, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to evaluate whether semaglutide can improve chronic low back pain in people with obesity. Led by Jacob Greenberg, MD, of the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery, and Burel Goodin, PhD, of […]

Zipfel elected president of the Society of Neurological Surgeons

Head of Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery is a national leader in the treatment and research of cerebrovascular disorders Gregory J. Zipfel, MD, the Ralph G. Dacey Distinguished Professor of Neurosurgery and head of the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery at WashU Medicine, has been elected president of the Society of Neurological Surgeons. He will […]

Advancing Glioblastoma Research During Brain Tumor Awareness Month

The Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery at WashU Medicine is recognizing Brain Tumor Awareness Month by highlighting a new publication in Neuro-Oncology focused on future directions in glioblastoma research. Titled “Recent progress and future directions to advance glioblastoma research: a consensus perspective from the 2024 Christopher Davidson Forum,” examines key advances, ongoing challenges, and future […]

WashU Neurosurgery at AANS 2026

An exciting weekend of innovation, collaboration, and engagement at AANS 2026 At AANS this year, Dr. Eric Leuthardt was invited to deliver the Hunt-Wilson Lectureship. The Hunt-Wilson Lectureship was established in 2002 through an endowment from a neurosurgeon to honor his mentors, Drs. Bill Hunt and Charlie Wilson. Both were known for their insight and […]

Dr. Hong Chen selected as AIMBE fellow

Congratulations to our own Hong Chen, PhD, Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Neurosurgery in the Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery, on her induction into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) College of Fellows. Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is among the highest professional distinctions in the field, representing the top […]

Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery ranks No. 3 nationally in NIH Funding

Latest NIH rankings highlight the department’s national leadership and the strength of its top-funded investigators. The Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery at WashU Medicine has ranked #3 nationally in NIH funding among all neurosurgery departments in the country. Three of our Principal Investigators are ranked in the top 15 nationally in NIH funding among neurosurgery […]

Yang Li, PhD, awarded prestigious ALSF ‘A’ Award Grant for pediatric brain tumor research

We are proud to announce that Yang Li, PhD, Assistant Professor of Genetics and Neurosurgery, has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) ‘A’ Award Grant for his groundbreaking work in childhood cancer research. The award provides $800,000 in total funding over four years, supporting Dr. Li’s efforts to […]

Nasal drops fight brain tumors noninvasively

Nano-sized medicine boosts anti-cancer immune response, eradicates tumors in mice Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, along with collaborators at Northwestern University, have developed a noninvasive approach to treat one of the most aggressive and deadly brain cancers. Their technology uses precisely engineered structures assembled from nano-size materials to deliver potent […]

WashU Neurosurgery Faculty and Alumni Participate in 2025 K12 NRCDP Retreat

A national gathering in Denver highlighted mentorship, leadership, and the development of future neurosurgeon-scientists. WashU Neurosurgery faculty and alumni joined colleagues from across the country at the 2025 K12 NRCDP Retreat in Denver—a gathering dedicated to mentorship, leadership, and the development of future neurosurgeon-scientists. The retreat fostered meaningful discussion, guidance, and collaboration among emerging and […]

Taylor Family Department of Neurosurgery Makes a Strong Impact at CNS 2025

WashU Neurosurgery showed strong representation at CNS 2025 — with our faculty and medical students leading across research, education, and innovation. Dr. Molina’s LabTim Bui – Selected for Best Basic Science Poster (Spine Track)“Development of a Gait-Based Dynamic Spinal Alignment Model: A Prospective Feasibility Study”Karan Joseph – Selected for Best Clinical Research Poster (Spine Track)“Extending […]