Dr. Xiaoping P Hu's lab at the University of California Riverside focuses on understanding how the integrity of the Locus Coeruleus (LC) in older adults affects their perception and memory. By employing advanced MRI techniques and behavioral assessments, the lab investigates the relationship between LC functionality and cognitive decline, particularly in the context of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The research aims to identify potential biomarkers for cognitive health and explore new therapeutic approaches for age-related cognitive issues.

Dr. Kaveh Laksari's lab at the University of California Riverside focuses on understanding how the blood vessels in the brain change during and after an acute ischemic stroke. The lab uses advanced imaging techniques and algorithms to study these changes and aims to improve predictions about patient outcomes after stroke treatment. This research is crucial because stroke is a leading cause of disability, and better prediction models can guide treatment decisions for affected patients.