Neurological Disorders And Treatments

438 researchers across 11 institutions

438 Researchers
11 Institutions
28 Grant PIs
76 High Impact

Research in neurological disorders and treatments investigates the complex mechanisms underlying brain and nervous system conditions. Investigations explore neurodegenerative diseases, stroke, epilepsy, and psychiatric disorders, employing molecular biology, genetics, pharmacology, and advanced imaging techniques. Studies aim to identify disease origins, develop novel diagnostic tools, and create effective therapeutic interventions, including drug development, gene therapy, and rehabilitation strategies. This area also examines the impact of environmental factors and aging on neurological health.

This research holds particular relevance for Arkansas, addressing public health challenges associated with an aging population and the prevalence of certain neurological conditions. Understanding the genetic and environmental influences on neurological health can inform public health initiatives and healthcare strategies across the state. Furthermore, advancements in this field can contribute to the growth of the state's bioscience and healthcare sectors, fostering innovation and economic development.

This research area draws upon expertise from related fields such as neuroscience, pharmacology, genetics, and medical imaging. A broad network of researchers across multiple Arkansas institutions collaborates on these critical investigations, fostering a comprehensive approach to understanding and treating neurological disorders.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
Peter S. Jensen UAMS 109 38,527 High Impact
Edward D. Hall Harding University Main Campus 85 23,029 High Impact
Alejandro Arias Vásquez University of Arkansas 68 22,335
Sudhir V. Shah UAMS 68 20,690 High Impact
Chris Clark UAMS 63 19,741 High Impact
Kenneth Hensley University of Arkansas – Fort Smith 58 11,995 High Impact
Peter A. Crooks UAMS 57 14,816 ARA High Impact
Pascale Richard UA Little Rock 57 11,992 High Impact
Edgar García‐Rill UAMS 52 9,652 High Impact
Steven W. Barger UAMS 49 10,294 Grant PI High Impact
Nitin Agarwal UA Little Rock 49 9,032
Gerald A. Dienel UAMS 47 10,533 High Impact
Amit K. Tiwari UAMS 46 8,375 High Impact
Peter M. Mourani UAMS 46 9,375 High Impact
J. L. Mehta UAMS 45 6,170 High Impact
Robert J. Shmookler Reis UAMS 44 5,694 Grant PI High Impact
James W. Williams UAMS 42 6,580 High Impact
Shiva M. Singh UAMS 42 5,328 High Impact
Nancy Green UAMS 41 7,698 High Impact
Boyd E. Haley UAMS 41 5,726 High Impact
Neuroscience And Neuropharmacology Research 107 Metabolism And Genetic Disorders 106 Disease Mechanisms Research 85 Medical Imaging Techniques And Applications 81 Child And Adolescent Health 81 Health Sciences Research And Education 71 Behavioral And Psychological Studies 61 Pharmacological Effects And Toxicity Studies 56 Meta-Analysis And Systematic Reviews 48 Mental Health Research Topics 46 Health Disparities And Outcomes 43 Immune Response And Inflammation 43 Medical Case Studies 43 Health And Medical Research Impacts 42 Dementia And Cognitive Impairment Research 37

Connected Research Areas

Topics that share active collaborators with Neurological Disorders And Treatments in Arkansas. Pairs are ranked by collaboration density relative to expected co-authorship under a random null. This describes existing connections, not investment recommendations.

Strategic Outlook

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Global trajectory
11,106 works in 2025
+4.9% CAGR 2018–2025
Leadership concentration
6.8% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 29
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2025 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Harvard University 2,481
  2. 2 Massachusetts General Hospital 1,772
  3. 3 Neurological Surgery 1,718
  4. 4 Emory University 1,660
  5. 5 Columbia University 1,590

Cross-Institution Connections

Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Neurological Disorders And Treatments.

Glenn D. Newport NCTR
65%
John P. Culver UAMS
Khaled Dostzada UAMS
62%
Sanjana Padala NCTR
J Wu UAMS
61%
Alan F. Jarrett University of Arkansas
Haley Moon UA Little Rock
60%
Payton Lea UAMS
Luis Nunez UAMS
60%
Halyna Pokhylevych UA Little Rock
Carlotta Zanaboni Dina University of Arkansas
60%
Margaret Fulton Arkansas State University
Kalpana P. Padala UAMS
60%
Anthony Campitelli University of Arkansas
Elizabeth A Duplechain Arkansas State University
59%
Leila Bagherzadeh UAMS
Deanna Sasaki-Adams UAMS
58%
G. PROKAKIS University of Arkansas
Hector Soriano Baron UAMS
58%
G. PROKAKIS University of Arkansas

Researchers with Federal Grants

Young Hye Song University of Arkansas 3 grants Younghye Song University of Arkansas 3 grants Regina K. Fleming Arkansas State University 3 grants Srimoy Chakraborty University of Arkansas 2 grants Woodrow L. Shew University of Arkansas 2 grants Ranu Jung University of Arkansas 2 grants Steven W. Barger UAMS 2 grants Paul D. Drew UAMS 2 grants G. Andrew James UAMS 2 grants James J. Abbas University of Arkansas 2 grants Z. Ryan Tian University of Arkansas 2 grants Kevin D. Phelan University of Arkansas 2 grants George James UAMS 2 grants Aaron M. Shew University of Arkansas 2 grants Ashley Acheson UAMS 1 grant Robert J. Shmookler Reis UAMS 1 grant Srinivas Ayyadevara UAMS 1 grant Yu Wang University of Arkansas 1 grant Analiz Rodriguez University of Arkansas 1 grant Sue Griffin UAMS 1 grant
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