CNS Senior Research Scientist Kathy Myers wins national dance title.

Kathy dominated the dance floor September 8th in Orlando, Florida, to win the United States Pro-Am Dance Championship for her age group and style. Kathy competes in the American Rhythm category, which includes the cha-cha, rumba, swing, bolero, and mambo. While we won't reveal her exact age category, she qualifies for the "elegantly seasoned" bracket. When she’s not out on the dance floor, Kathy works as CNS’s senior research scientist and secretary-treasurer.

Dr. Smith to receive Ionis Pharmaceutical's annual Pioneer in Medicine Award on October 8th.

Dr. Smith's presentation: "Design and Development of Sigma-1 Receptor Analogs" will be included on the programs at both the 2026 Annual NEALS meeting and the 37th International Symposium on ALS/MND.

The 2026 Annual NEALS Meeting will be held October 27th-30th in Clearwater, Florida and the 37th International Symposium on ALS/MND will be held December 9th-11th in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.