Draining the Brain: In Vivo Imaging of Lymphatic Function
and Cerebrospinal Fluid Clearance

Date: July 15, 2026

Description: In this talk, we explore imaging techniques for visualizing lymphatic vessels and how lymphatics play a more important role in the central nervous system than originally envisaged. Who is the intended audience? Researchers, medical professionals, patients What are the key takeaways for attendees? · Lymphatics can be made visible using special imaging techniques · Specific imaging tools exist to measure lymphatic function · Cerebrospinal fluid and waste products from the brain drain to lymphatic vessels, not to veins as written previously in medical textbooks

About the speaker: Steven Proulx studies how fluid moves in and around the brain, using advanced imaging to better understand the lymphatic system and its role in brain health. His research is helping uncover how the body clears fluid and supports the brain functions. By making these hidden processes visible, his work opens the door to a deeper understanding of how the brain stays healthy.