News

Panelists at the Military Child and Family Collaboration Study event on Sept. 11

Advancing Support and Mental Health Care Access for Rural and Military Children and Families

Simacek and other panelists discussed how telehealth models and digital tools are helping to accelerate access to high-quality care.
Headshot photo of Dr. Thomas Pengo

Connecting Science and Computing: How Dr. Thomas Pengo Accelerates Research

Dr. Pengo combines deep technical work, exposure to diverse research fields, and a habit of listening first.
Headshot photo of Dr. Lin Zhang

From Complex Data to Meaningful Insights: How Dr. Lin Zhang Advances Neuroimaging Research

Lin Zhang, PhD, helps researchers turn complex neuroimaging data into meaningful brain health insights.
Headshot photo of Dr. Steve Nelson on a maroon background

Making Brain Imaging More Accessible: How Dr. Steve Nelson Supports Neuroimaging Research

Steve Nelson, PhD, brings expertise in systems and cognitive neuroscience to help researchers effectively use MRI.
Meghan Swanson, PhD headshot photo

MIDB’s Dr. Meghan Swanson Awarded Major Grant to Advance Autism Research

Meghan Swanson, PhD, has been awarded a groundbreaking $34.7M grant to fund Project MAPLE.
Jeff Shi headshot photo

Behind the Data: How Dr. Jeff Shi Powers Large-Scale Neuroscience Research

Jeff Shi, PhD, helps bridge the gap between neuroscience research and the computing infrastructure that makes it possible.
Cris and Jessica Martinez at a graduation celebration

MIDB Partners With Cristo Rey to Enrich Both Students and the Workplace

A partnership between MIDB and Cristo Rey gives students hands-on work experience before they graduate high school.
Four grade-school children lie on a blanket and smile.

TeleOutreach Connects Rural, Military Families

Maintaining relationships with specialists is difficult, particularly for military-connected youth and their families.
MnTIC Lab team in front of MIDB building.

University of Minnesota’s MnTiC Lab Designated a National Center of Excellence by the Tourette Association of America

The Tourette Association of America has officially designated the University of Minnesota’s MnTiC Lab as a Center of Excellence.
Two young children in gardening gear.

Cultivating the Adolescent Brain: MIDB’s Genius Labs Initiative Awakens Potential Through Nature and Play

Genius Labs is an experiential educational initiative that connects brain science, agriculture, and daily life.