Barrow Neurological Institute

Mark your calendars, undergrads: The application period for our 2026 Summer #UndergraduateInternship Program opens Dec. 5! This paid, full-time, 10-week internship provides #undergraduatestudents from around the globe with a unique opportunity to participate in #neuroscience research at a world-renowned institution, with one-on-one mentorship from leading experts in the field. In addition to roles in our neuroscience laboratories, this Program offers positions in academic publishing, marketing, philanthropy, #neurorehabilitation, and other areas of the Institute. Want to get your application ready in advance? Visit https://bar.rw/undergrads to see our application checklist, eligibility requirements, and other information about the Program.

Our Department of #TranslationalNeuroscience is pleased to introduce a virtual seminar as a follow-up to its latest C9orf72 #FTD/#ALS Summit. This inaugural event will feature Zachary McEachin, PhD, an assistant professor of human genetics and cell biology at Emory University. He will share his recent conclusions on the molecular examination of postmortem brain tissue from ASO-treated #C9orf72 patients (McEachin et al, 2025, Cell Press). 📆: Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 ⏰: 9 to 10:30 a.m. (MST/#Arizona time) 💻: Virtual attendance only (link provided by email after registration) To view the agenda, please visit https://lnkd.in/ehMDxucd. Ready to register? Sign up https://lnkd.in/esEy6tw6.

Matthias Linke, DO, director of #spinalcordinjury #rehabilitation at Barrow, represented the Institute at the 2025 The International Spinal Cord Society - ISCOS meeting in Gothenburg, Sweden. There, he presented on a neurogenic bladder education module and won third place in the "#FallPrevention - Spinal Cord Protection Poster Contest." The competition was held in honor of #WorldSCIDay. Congratulations, Dr. Linke! #ISCoS2025

We're proud to share that eight physicians from #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute are among Az Business magazine's "100 Best Doctors in #Arizona for 2026." AZ Big Media compiled this list in collaboration with industry experts to spotlight medical excellence, help patients find top care, and elevate health care standards across the state. Congratulations to the following Barrow #neurologists and #neurosurgeons who made this year's list: • Michael T. Lawton, MD • Francisco Ponce, MD • Randall Porter, MD • Marwan Sabbagh, MD, FAAN • Nader Sanai, MD, of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center (pictured on the magazine cover) • Jeremy Shefner, MD, PhD • Jay D. Turner, MD, PhD, FAANS • Juan Uribe, MD View the full list at https://lnkd.in/gH4J3u3V. (Cover photo courtesy of AZ Big Media)

In September, we welcomed our first neurosurgery observer funded by the Franke #GlobalNeuroscience Education Center. This is one of two #clinicalobservership positions funded by the Franke family at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute this year. Dr. Sengua Koipapi is visiting Barrow for a total of three months from the United Republic of Tanzania in East Africa, where he has been training in neurosurgery at the Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute. He expects to complete his training program in 2026 and begin his career as an attending neurosurgeon at Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre, a partnering site of #BarrowGlobal and the institution where Dr. Koipapi completed his internship and general surgery residency. Dr. Koipapi first learned about the observership opportunity at Barrow while exploring programs online. He said his experience at Barrow has fundamentally redefined his understanding of neurosurgical excellence—thanks to the Institute's world-renowned clinicians and scientists, rigorous training, and cutting-edge research. "To me, this experience is not a distant dream, but a blueprint," Dr. Koipapi said. "It proves what is achievable through dedication, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. I carry this blueprint with me as I prepare to return to Tanzania. Barrow is our North Star, and we are already taking our first steps in microneurosurgery, interdisciplinary collaboration, dedicated training, and a research-driven spirit. This journey is our proof that with a shared commitment, we can build an exciting future for #neurosurgery at home." Learn more about our observership opportunities for #internationalscholars by visiting BarrowNeuro.org/Global.

An increasing amount of evidence, including research performed here at #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute, suggests that environmental exposures play a role in the development of #Parkinsonsdisease. But as Barrow Chair of #Neurology Brad Racette, MD, told The Wall Street Journal, reducing our risk is not as simple as eliminating a single pollutant. Read the WSJ article, featuring an interview with Dr. Racette, to learn more: https://bar.rw/wsj2025 (subscription required).

For #neurosurgeons, heading into the operation room with a strategy isn't just about knowing what to do—it's also about knowing what not to do. In the latest episode of #BarrowNeurosurgeryBaseCamp, "On Strategic Thinking," attending neurosurgeons and #neurosurgery trainees discuss the importance of skills like visualization, adaptability, and creativity. In addition to #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute neurosurgeons Michael T. Lawton, MD, and Francisco Ponce, MD, you’ll also hear from two guest neurosurgeons in this episode: • Theodore H. Schwartz, MD, Professor of Neurosurgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City • Adam S. Arthur, MD, Neurosurgeon, Semmes Murphey Clinic in Memphis, Tennessee Watch the full episode at BarrowNeuro.org/BaseCamp.

Join our #Alzheimers and #MemoryDisorders Program for their next Brain Health Virtual Workshop! In this webinar, behavioral #neurologist Marwan Sabbagh, MD, FAAN, will discuss changes in #memory and brain function that occur as we age—and how lifestyle habits can support #healthyaging and overall #brainhealth. 📆: Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 ⏰: 10 to 11:30 a.m. (MST/#Arizona time) 💻: Virtual via Zoom (registration required) Workshop participants who do not have a pre-existing neurological condition may also schedule a free, confidential 30-minute #memoryscreening with a #BarrowNeurologicalInstitute team member. These screenings are intended for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Time slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register for the workshop at https://lnkd.in/g_9wt98F. Questions? Please contact Tania Gomez Morales at (602) 406-2792 or Tania.GomezMorales@CommonSpirit.org.

#BarrowNeurologicalInstitute is recruiting adults living with #amyotrophiclateralsclerosis (ALS) and their caregivers for a comprehensive survey assessing the needs and perspectives of the #ALS community. To sign up, please reach out to Fulton.Research@CommonSpirit.org or visit https://lnkd.in/gAAWt2hs.

Have you been diagnosed with #mildcognitiveimpairment (MCI)? You may be eligible for a research study at Barrow. Learn more: https://bar.rw/tread