Boston University Professor Delivers Lecture on Brain Disease CTE

Ann McKee, a William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor, discussed her research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Boston University neurologist Ann McKee, a William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor, delivered the 2026 University Lecture. Her talk focused on the brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). As director of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and CTE Center at Boston University, McKee has studied the brains of thousands of athletes, veterans, and others who have been exposed to repeated brain trauma.

Why it matters

McKee's research on CTE has been groundbreaking, as the disease is still not fully understood. Her work has shed light on the long-term effects of repeated head injuries, which is crucial for developing better prevention and treatment methods.

The details

The University Lecture was established in 1950 to honor members of the Boston University faculty engaged in outstanding research and creative pursuits. McKee's lecture was held at the Tsai Performance Center on February 5, 2026.

The University Lecture was held on February 5, 2026.

The players

Ann McKee

A William Fairfield Warren Distinguished Professor and neurologist at Boston University, as well as the director of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center and CTE Center at the university.