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Parkinson’s Disease: Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection (Part 3)
by Melita Petrossian
This 3-part blog series looks at Parkinson's disease and the gut. Explore the gut-brain connection and the role of human microbiome in health and disease.
Clinical Trials Roundup: April 2017
by Marlon Saria
We are pleased to present our new clinical trials this month. Find out about our studies in stroke and quality & outcomes research as well as brain cancer.
2017 International Stroke Conference (ISC)
by Jason Tarpley
Read highlights about the latest news in Stroke from this year's very exciting International Stroke Conference hosted by the American Heart Association.
A Mother’s Love: Sean Hunter Research in Action Walk for Brain Cancer
by Zara Jethani
Many young people’s lives are affected by brain cancer. Read about this mother's determination to do something about it and raise money for cancer research.
Clinical Trials Round-Up: February 2017
by Zara Jethani
Our clinical trials roster includes a NASA-affiliated study to help astronauts stay healthy during longer space travel. Read more for eligibility criteria for all our trials.
PNI Releases “Join Us!” Video
by Daniel F. Kelly
Pacific Neuroscience Institute clinical experts & researchers use advanced treatments for brain & neurological disorders. Watch our video & learn more!
NASA & Neuroscientists Prepare to Visit Mars
by Marlon Saria
Increased eye and brain pressure pose serious health risks to astronauts on long missions to Mars and beyond. Read how our neuroscientists are helping NASA.
Precision Medicine Turns a Corner
by Zara Jethani
For many decades, cancers have been described—and even treated—according to the type of organ from which the cancer arises, such as lung, breast or brain. But increasingly doctors are looking at genetic information to determine how to best treat their patients and increase the chances...
John Wayne Cancer Institute Welcomes New Faculty Members
by Zara Jethani
Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) and the Saint John’s Cancer Institute (the Institute) have a very close relationship. PNI physician scientists conduct research and clinical trials in collaboration with the Institute’s scientists and the Pacific Neuroscience Research Center of Excellence is housed in the Institute building. These physicians...
Supporting a Cure for Brain Cancer
by Zara Jethani
A review of new research and treatments for brain cancer in 2016 TJ was diagnosed with a stage III Astrocytoma brain tumor at the age of 14. Even after four brain surgeries, several courses of radiation over 5 years, many kinds of chemotherapy, experimental treatments,...
Last updated: May 6th, 2021