Boston University CTE Center

Thank you to @BU_Tweets and @BUexperts for the new series “CTE: How BU Is Changing the Game.” We are grateful for the opportunity to share a more in-depth look at our research and the work that our team does everyday. And most of all, we are grateful to highlight the critical role of our brain donor families who generously and bravely contribute to this work and continue to share their stories. It is an honor to work with these families and our work is not possible without each and every one of them. We look forward to sharing more as we work toward new milestones and research achievements. Stay tuned to learn more and you can check out the five-part series now at: bu.edu/brink/series/cte-how-…

Join the “New Insights in CTE Research: Understanding the Latest Discoveries” webinar and hear from Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD, about his most recent publications and what they mean for the future of CTE research. Register and submit your questions here: bit.ly/novCTEweb

On October 27th, PhD Candidate, Anna Aaronson, presented her poster titled “Subjective Cognitive Complaints and Decline in Individuals Exposed to Repetitive Head Impacts” at the 2026 Fall ADRC Meeting’s Research Education Component (REC) Poster Session in Seattle. Congrats!

The BU CTE Center is hosting a webinar in November: “New Insights in CTE Research: Understanding the Latest Discoveries”. Led by Ann McKee, MD, the session will go over important breakthroughs and what it means for the future of CTE research: bit.ly/novCTEweb

A new BU-led study showed that 75% of NFL players who died between 2008 and 2023 had CTE neuropathology. BU CTE Center’s Michael Alosco, PhD, delves into what this research means for NFL players, their families and the future of CTE medicine: bit.ly/4zdveIe

A recently published BU-led study showed that 75% of NFL players who died between 2008 and 2023 had CTE neuropathology. We have broken down the key information of this study and what it means for CTE research. Learn more here: bit.ly/4zdveIe

Douglas Katz, MD, has been awarded the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine’s 2026 Gold Key Award. Established in 1932, this award is a certificate of merit for extraordinary service to the field of rehabilitation. Congratulations, Dr. Katz!

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month continues, we'd like to share more about national domestic violence and head trauma resources part 2. #WithSurvivors #DVActionMonth #DVAM2026

The BU CTE Center’s Daniel Daneshvar, MD, PhD, spoke with Shuvro Roy, MD, on Neurology Podcast about the prevalence of CTE at death among NFL players and the association between CTE severity and the risk of dementia: bit.ly/4Bn4E0Z

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month continues, we'd like to share more about national domestic violence and head trauma resources. #WithSurvivors #DVActionMonth #DVAM2026

Congratulations to Dr. Miner! We are proud of all her accomplishments and important contributions to this field of research 🎉

With generosity from the National Institute on Aging, the BU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center received funding for the next five years, where investigators are leading studies on memory and aging, genetic risk factors, caregiving, and brain imaging: bit.ly/BU-NIA

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, share resources, and support those affected. Swipe to learn more about local domestic violence and head trauma resources.

Today is World Mental Health Day. Individuals with CTE may suffer from anxiety, depression, and other mental heath symptoms. Visit bu.edu/cte/resources to find organizations that can help treat these symptoms. There is always hope.

As week 2 of the 2026 NHL season commences, we hope for safe play and proper attention given to head injuries. We encourage you to check out our clinical studies (bit.ly/CTE-clinical-studies) as well as our 2024 publication on hockey and CTE (bit.ly/CTE-Hockey-Study).

A new study of 2,732 former female soccer players suggests cumulative heading exposure may be linked to self-reported cognitive complaints, behavioral changes, and depressive symptoms in middle age. Learn more here: bit.ly/4ddL5xQ

During Concussion Awareness Month, it’s important to understand that a concussion is a serious injury that deserves proper attention. Swipe through to understand the signs, symptoms, and where to find help if you or someone you know has experienced one.

A new BU CTE Center study of 3,000+ former football players explores potential links between repetitive head impacts, memory function, and PTSD and suggests that military service may affect cognition primarily through trauma-related pathways: bit.ly/4hmakQP

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide prevention starts with us—recognizing the signs, showing up for each other, and knowing where to turn for help. If you or someone you know is struggling, here are resources that provide compassionate, evidence-based support.

This #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth, we're honoring those affected by Alzheimer's and supporting their families and caregivers. Learn more about the Boston University Alzheimer's Disease Research Center team for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's: bit.ly/w2ea2026

A new BU CTE Center study of former NFL players reveals most cases of dementia go undocumented as neurodegenerative disease on death certificates—masking the real scale of the crisis. Understanding these gaps is essential for accurate research. 🧠 bit.ly/4xEpiHA