Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation

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NREF, the philanthropic arm of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, advances patient care by supporting neurosurgical research, education and innovation. The NREF is dedicated to providing education to neurosurgeons at all stages of their careers, as well as funding research into new and existing neurosurgical treatments, in order to identify links between best practices and improved

outcomes in patient care. Through voluntary public donations, corporate support, and donations from allied groups, the NREF supports endeavors that impact the lives of those suffering from epilepsy, stroke, brain tumors, spinal disorders, sports-related head injuries, lower back pain and Parkinson’s disease.

Kunal Patel, MD, of UCLA, received the 2023-24 NREF & Gladiator Project Young Clinician Investigator Award through the A...
06/12/2026

Kunal Patel, MD, of UCLA, received the 2023-24 NREF & Gladiator Project Young Clinician Investigator Award through the AANS/CNS Section on Tumors for his research focused on improving the visualization and targeting of infiltrating glioblastoma cells.

Building on this work, Dr. Patel has now been awarded an NIH grant to advance the detection and treatment of glioblastoma: https://ow.ly/nuuL50ZbfBq
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement and continued impact in neuro-oncology research!

The nomination window for the NREF Neuroendovascular Surgery Techniques Course for Fellows closes this Friday, June 12. ...
06/09/2026

The nomination window for the NREF Neuroendovascular Surgery Techniques Course for Fellows closes this Friday, June 12. If you're interested in attending this year’s course, be sure to connect with your program director before the deadline.
These courses are nomination-only, and a program director (or coordinator) must submit your nomination.

06/06/2026

What does softball have to do with neurosurgery? NREF chair, Dr. , welcomes all to the 21st annual neurosurgery softball charity event and explains why they are related. Great fun combined with a great cause! Let’s play some ball and raise some money for a great charity! #

Congratulations to Barrow Neurological Institute on winning the championship at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Sof...
06/06/2026

Congratulations to Barrow Neurological Institute on winning the championship at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament and supporting the mission of the Neurosurgery Research and Education Foundation.

The stage is set. Barrow and Mayo will battle for the championship at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tour...
06/06/2026

The stage is set. Barrow and Mayo will battle for the championship at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament, with every inning helping support the next generation of brain tumor research through the NREF K12 Scholars Program.

The Final Four has been decided at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament, and the path to the champio...
06/06/2026

The Final Four has been decided at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament, and the path to the championship is officially set. Who will rise to the moment and come out on top when it matters most?

Round two playoffs are officially underway right now at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament in Cent...
06/06/2026

Round two playoffs are officially underway right now at the 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament in Central Park. You can follow live updates, scores, and bracket movement directly here: https://nrefsoftball.com.

⚾ The 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament is underway!Follow throughout the day for photos, highlight...
06/06/2026

⚾ The 21st Annual Neurosurgery Charity Softball Tournament is underway!

Follow throughout the day for photos, highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from Central Park as 56 teams compete in support of NREF-funded brain tumor research. Stay up to date on scoring via the live score bug here: https://ow.ly/EOT750Z80Rp

Stay tuned, we'll be sharing updates straight from the field all day long.

06/06/2026

What a beautiful day to play ball ⚾️!

06/06/2026

Nick Dadario, one of the residents, explains why he loves the tournament.

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5550 Meadowbrook Court
Rolling Meadows, IL
60008

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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