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UAB Names Standaert New VP for Research | Birmingham News
UAB just named David Standaert as its new Vice President for Research — a powerhouse neuroscientist with deep roots in Parkinson’s and neurodegenerative disease research. He’ll now lead the entire research enterprise, overseeing strategy, operations, and growth while championing collaboration across campus labs and centers. With over $60 million in fundraising credits to his name and a stellar academic pedigree from Harvard and Washington University, Standaert brings both scientific brilliance and proven leadership to the role. He officially takes the reins on October 1, 2026 — poised to…
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