News

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 Lab
Tim 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 the T4-L1 Hip Axis Framework: Predictive Values of Alignment Error in Short and Long Fusions for Adult Spinal Deformity”

Dr. Strahle’s Lab
5 student presentations, including:
Sundeep Chakladar (lead author), with Shelei Pan and Grace Halupnik – Selected for Best Basic Science Poster (Data Science Track)
“A Deep Learning Model for Ventricle Segmentation, 3D Reconstruction, and Ventriculomegaly Detection in Rodents”

We also debuted CLiMR, an algorithm developed by the Molina Lab for primary spine tumor planning and outcomes assessment—another important step in advancing precision care.


Our faculty contributed widely by delivering invited talks, leading expert panels, engaging in debates, and sharing groundbreaking work throughout the meeting.
We’re proud to see WashU at the forefront of neurosurgery, from student excellence to faculty leadership.