Study by BU’s CTE Center and the Michael J. Fox Foundation finds risk for brain disorder increases with more years of playing football, even at amateur level.
The cohort included six second-year undergraduates, seven third-year undergraduates, three fourth-year undergraduates and one Boston University medical student. The scholars come from colleges and universities across the continental U.S. and Puerto Rico.
New study shows risk increases with more years of play, even in high school and college players.
Keane received the award for his contributions and leadership in science, clinical care, education and advocacy in the field of psychological trauma and PTSD.
He looks forward to working and connecting with students, staff, faculty, and alumni.
The nominators say, “Rob is a wonderful colleague.”
The nominators say, “Dr. Snyder-Cappione is a rising star who has made learning about challenging material more digestible and interesting!”
The cohort’s 20 students comprise the tenth class of the program, which graduated its first students in 2016.
Students urged to create a healthier, more equitable world.
The goal is to increase diversity in the biomedical research and health-care workforce.