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10/16/2026

This past weekend, the MadSci team laced up and showed up for the Walk to End Hydrocephalus in Chicago.

There’s something special about this event every year - walking alongside families, patients, and advocates, all there for the same reason. It’s a reminder of exactly why this work matters, and who it’s for.

A huge thank you to our team for bringing the energy and heart, as always. Thank you to everyone who helped support this important cause. And lastly, thank you to Hydrocephalus Association for creating a space where community and awareness come together so powerfully.

Moments like these are what make this cause feel personal, not just professional.

09/29/2026

To cap off Hydrocephalus Awareness Month, the MadSci team is lacing up for Hydrocephalus Association's Walk to End Hydrocephalus!

This is one of our favorite events of the year - a chance to show up, support the community, and meet the people we're doing all of this for.

Want to join us? We'd love to have you on our team!

Date and Time: Saturday, October 10th, at 9:00 AM

Location: Independence Grove – North Bay Pavilion (near Chicago, IL)

Register here: https://give.hydroassoc.org/team/840407

09/24/2026

Hydrocephalus doesn't look the same at every age and that's exactly what makes it so easy to miss.

In infants, it might show up as an unusually large head or a bulging soft spot. In adults, it can look like memory lapses, balance issues, or fatigue that's easy to write off as "just getting older." Different stages, different signs, same underlying condition.

We're glad to share this breakdown from the Hydrocephalus Association. Take a moment to look through it and share it. Recognizing these symptoms early can make all the difference in starting the right conversation with a healthcare provider. This is why Hydrocephalus Awareness Month is so important.

09/15/2026

Over a year after his normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis, Billy Joel is opening up with an update - and it's a story worth sharing.

His doctors recommended a shunt: a small device surgically implanted to relieve pressure on the brain. At first, Joel wanted no part of it, as it felt like too big a step to take. Underneath that hesitation was also something so many NPH patients quietly carry: the uncertainty of not knowing whether a symptom is the condition talking or just part of getting older.

In time, Joel came around to the surgery, realizing it was truly his best path forward. As he put it, he didn't want to lose his marbles. And it worked - his memory, balance, and ability to function all improved.

But recovery didn't mean a full return to life as he knew it. Joel shared that his doctors have advised him to stay off the road, explaining that the physical intensity of performing live was taking a toll on his brain in ways he hadn't expected.

His story is a gentle reminder that a diagnosis is rarely the end, but often just the start of learning to live differently.

This , we're thinking of everyone navigating that same uncertainty: the fear before treatment, the relief after, and everything still being figured out in between.

Read more here: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/billy-joel-concerts-damage-brain-nerves-1235623880/

Billy Joel gave a new interview where he revealed that his brain disorder gave him the equivalent of a concussion whenever he played live.

09/08/2026

September is Hydrocephalus Awareness Month. We want to take a moment to shine a light on this condition and why awareness matters.

This is a great video that breaks down what hydrocephalus is. This condition is becoming an increasingly common neurological disorder and spreading awareness through education and understanding is a great place to start!

We’re proud to stand with the hydrocephalus community and hope that we can make a difference in the lives of those living with the condition.

08/27/2026

Earlier this month, MadSci CEO Tyler Wanke, MD, MBA, MEM, along with several team members attended CTIP’s 2026 Pediatric Device Innovation Symposium which was a great day of discussion and networking focused on innovation in pediatric medtech.

The is a forum dedicated to pioneering innovation and elevating standards of care for children nationwide, acting as a critical nexus for translating research into clinical practice and driving evidence-based advancements in pediatric medicine.

A special thank you to Bianca Riello, for her part in putting together such an amazing event, as well as Juan Espinoza, Madison Christmas, and the rest of the CTIP team!

08/17/2026

It has been a very successful July for MadSci! A number of team members attended various conferences including the HA & RSRI Research Workshop, Hydrocephalus Association’s HA Connect, and Hydrocephalus Society’s World Congress.

MadSci’s VP of Clinical, Adam Zysk, PhD, presented at the Hydrocephalus Association & Rudi Schulte Research Institute Research Workshop on “Hydrocephalus as an Investable Market.”

07/22/2026

MadSci co-founder & CMO, Dr. Bermans Iskandar, along with the Batterman Family will be speaking at Hydrocephalus Association’s HACONNECT26 this week on “Who’s Taking Care of Me? Can We Fix the Problem of Accessing Adult Care” on July 24th at 4:15pm.

HACONNECT26 is the world’s largest hydrocephalus conference with over 600 attendees including hydrocephalus patients, caregivers, family members, medical professionals, and medical device manufacturers.

06/26/2026

Exciting news! Tyler Wanke, MD, MBA, MEM will be presenting at LSI - Life Science Intelligence Asia ’26!

LSI Asia '26 is an emerging MedTech summit that focuses on connecting MedTech startups, investors, strategic partners, healthcare systems, and industry executives across the Asia-Pacific region.

Let us know if you plan to attend. We look forward to connecting!

Event Date: June 30- July 3, 2026, presentation on July 1

Location: Shangri-La Orchard Road, Singapore

Learn More: https://www.lsiasiasummit.com/

05/07/2026

This past weekend, MadSci CEO Tyler Wanke attended the AANS Annual Scientific Meeting in San Antonio, TX which was a successful conference that brought together experts and executives to help advance the neurosurgery field. Thank you to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons for bringing attention to this vital industry.