Research

VCU's Department of Neurology conducts basic and clinical research to understand the causes of complex neurological diseases and translate discoveries into disease-modifying therapies. By integrating research, education and clinical practice, the department improves how neurological conditions are diagnosed and managed.

Faculty expertise spans molecular and genetic laboratory research to clinical outcomes studies, with active research programs in stroke, chronic pain and migraine, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.

Our research portfolio is supported by the National Institutes of Health, Department of Defense, patient foundations and industry sponsors.

Research is central to our department's mission to advance medical knowledge, improve patient outcomes and contribute to the future of health care. Faculty, trainees and research teams are engaged in a wide range of scholarly and clinical investigations that drive discovery and innovation. 

For information on active clinical trials and research studies, visit the C. Kenneth and Diane Wright Center for Clinical and Translational Research website. To learn more about research and innovation across VCU, explore the Research and Innovation website. Additional information about the department's research programs and areas of expertise is available in the sections below.