Research
Neuroanatomy II: Understanding the Ventricles
In our previous article, Learning the Brain: Neuroanatomy Basics for Understanding Hydrocephalus, we discussed the…
Announcing the 2025 Innovator Award Recipients
The Hydrocephalus Association is proud to announce the recipients of our 2025 Innovator Award, which…
HA Receives $100,000 Gift to Advance Research on the Neuropsychological and Cognitive Impacts of Hydrocephalus
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is honored to recognize the extraordinary generosity of Tessa van der Willigen and Jonathan Walters, and David and Lisa Browdy, whose $100,000 commitment will fund two additional Neuropsychology and Cognition Awards over the next two years.
Announcing the 2025 Neuropsychology & Cognition Award Recipients
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is proud to announce the awardees of the 2025 Neuropsychology &…
Announcing the 2025 Hydrocephalus Association Accelerator Award Recipient
The Hydrocephalus Association is excited to announce the recipient of our 2025 Accelerator Award, which…
Hydrocephalus Association Elevates the Patient Voice on the Global Stage
HA was proud to represent the patient community at the Hydrocephalus Society World Congress in Toulouse, France, September 2025.
Exploring Emerging Technology in Focused Ultrasound
One promising innovation is focused ultrasound—a technique that uses sound waves to precisely target areas of the brain.
Building Better Devices: The Impact of the Hydrocephalus Engineering Workshop
The Hydrocephalus Association with the generous support from the Rudi Schulte Research Institute hosted their…
The HAPPIER Registry Paper Is Now Published
We’re thrilled to announce that our HAPPIER registry has been published in a scientific journal—a major step toward ensuring the voices of people with hydrocephalus and their caregivers are reflected in research.
Issue Brief: Expenses Crucial for Biomedical Research – Indirect Costs
While indirect research costs are integral to the long-term sustainability of biomedical research institutions across…
Learning the Brain: Neuroanatomy Basics for Understanding Hydrocephalus
Neuroanatomy Basics for Understanding Hydrocephalus: A simple guide to neuroanatomy and hydrocephalus.
When We Cut Research, We Cut Hope: The Human Cost of Medical Funding Cuts
When we cut research, we do not just slow progress. We delay relief. We postpone innovation. And, for many patients and families, we delay hope.
A Future Without Brain Surgery? The Push for Non-Invasive Therapies for Hydrocephalus
What if treating hydrocephalus didn’t require brain surgery? The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is working to turn this vision into reality!
The Latest Research on Shunt Occlusion
Understanding the cause of occluded catheters is key to improving shunt systems and brings hope that future designs will offer more reliable treatments, improving the quality of life for individuals with hydrocephalus and reducing the need for frequent surgeries.
Hydrocephalus Association Medical Advisory Board And Scientific Advisory Board Issue Response to Cuts to NIH Indirect Cost Payments
The Hydrocephalus Association Medical Advisory Board and Scientific Advisory Board urge the Administration to rescind the directive for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to cap indirect costs for research funding at 15%.
Exploring Emerging Technology in Smart Shunts
To address the challenges of traditional shunt systems, scientists are developing innovative devices known as “smart shunts”. These emerging technologies aim to make hydrocephalus management easier.
Hydrocephalus Association Expresses Concern Over Executive Orders That Could Affect Hydrocephalus Research
The Trump Administration recently issued Executive Orders that could have long-term consequences for hydrocephalus research, potentially impacting the health of hydrocephalus patients, particularly children.
Bringing in the Next Generation of Engineers in Hydrocephalus
The Hydrocephalus Association’s research department has expanded its outreach efforts to include engineers, aiming to broaden their network beyond physicians and scientists.
Hydrocephalus Association Publishes Key Neuropsychology and Cognitive Research Priorities
The Hydrocephalus Association (HA) is excited to announce the publication of our Research Priorities in Neuropsychology and Cognition in the Journal of Fluids and Barriers of the CNS.
Announcing the 2024 Hydrocephalus Association Innovator Award Recipients
The Innovator Awards fund groundbreaking projects advancing hydrocephalus research, driving innovation, and improving outcomes for those impacted worldwide.