WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute

Improving lives by pioneering advances in brain health

Honor the Legacy of Senator John D. “Jay” Rockefeller IV

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Senator John D. “Jay” Rockefeller IV may make a memorial gift to the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Fund. Inspired by his mother Blanchette’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease, Senator Rockefeller and his family provided founding support that helped establish the Institute. Today, under Dr. Ali Rezai’s leadership, RNI continues that vision by advancing research, developing innovative treatments, and improving care for patients with neurological conditions. Memorial gifts will help carry Senator Rockefeller’s legacy forward by supporting research, expanding treatment options, and training the next generation of physicians and scientists.

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Tomorrow's breakthroughs in brain health will happen here at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.

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RNI Innovation Center

The RNI Innovation Center research team is a dedicated multidisciplinary group of clinicians, scientists, engineers, clinical trial specialists, and research staff focused on translational clinical trials. This team partners with academic, industry, and government partners to rapidly deploy new technologies to facilitate patient care and improve the lives of people suffering from neurological and behavioral health conditions.

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WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Multidisciplinary Programs

Addiction Services
First in the U.S.: deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant opioid use disorder
Comprehensive Movement Disorder Center
FDA-cleared focused ultrasound (HIFU) and deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's and essential tremor
Concussion & Brain Injury Center
Research-grade evaluation for athletes, veterans and domestic violence survivors
Epilepsy Center
NAEC-accredited Level IV Epilepsy Center with advanced surgical and neuromodulation options
Memory Health Clinic
World-first focused ultrasound blood-brain barrier opening for Alzheimer's patients
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Program
Non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment for depression and OCD
WVU Headache Center
Specialized care for chronic migraine, cluster headache and complex headache disorders
WVU Stroke Center
Comprehensive acute stroke care and recovery, 24 hours a day

WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is forging the frontiers in neuroscience research… because of you.

Your generosity provides the needed momentum for the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute to leverage cutting-edge technologies and build strategic alliances to overcome the barriers to resolving some of the most persistent public health challenges, ranging from addiction to Alzheimer’s disease.

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