Walter J. Lukiw

Dr. Walter J. Lukiw is a Professor of Neuroscience, Neurology, and Ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans. He holds the Bollinger Professorship in Alzheimer's disease (AD) and has contributed extensively to neurodegenerative disease research.

• Affiliation: LSU Neuroscience Center, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans

His research focuses on Alzheimer's disease, neurodegeneration, and neurological impacts of environmental factors like aluminum exposure. The article he co-authored in 2018 reflects his long-term engagement in multicenter studies on neurodegenerative disorders.

A trend in his recent work involves investigating metal toxicity and its role in neurological diseases, as seen in his 36-year multicenter study on aluminum's effects.

As a Professor, Lukiw's interdisciplinary roles span neuroscience, neurology, and ophthalmology, emphasizing cross-cutting research in degenerative brain conditions.