NIH awards OHSU scientists, collaborators $8.4 million to develop a cure for HIV Only a handful of people in history have been cured of the virus; three have agreed to kick off landmark research project led by OHSU.
Diets high in fat may negatively impact reproductive outcomes By Tracy Brawley February 24, 2021 Study finds that short-term Western-style diets limit egg fertilization and embryo development in a nonhuman primate model.
Losing Obamacare protections during pandemic could increase health disparities By Franny White February 18, 2021 One-third of patients with COVID-19 did not have another health condition before 2020, study finds.
OHSU study forges community connection By Erik Robinson February 17, 2021 Project seen as a template for public health initiatives during pandemic.
What genome sequencing tells us about COVID-19 in Oregon By Tracy Brawley February 10, 2021 OHSU researchers identify multiple cases of new virus variants locally, urge community members to “remain vigilant” in safety practices.
New study examines addiction medicine treatment in Vietnam By Erik Robinson February 04, 2021 OHSU lead author finds lessons to apply in rural counties across Oregon.
Firearm deaths increasing in U.S. children younger than 5, study says By Tracy Brawley January 29, 2021 Experts recommend safety training, secure storage to help mitigate further impacts as gun sales surge during COVID-19 pandemic.
SARS-CoV-2 reacts to antibodies of virus from 2003 SARS outbreak, new study reveals By Erik Robinson January 25, 2021 OHSU study has important implications for vaccines, diagnosis of COVID-19.
OHSU-led research suggests development of antiviral therapies to treat multiple sclerosis By Erik Robinson January 22, 2021 T cells linked to myelin implicated in MS-like disease in monkeys.
Gene therapy research to explore hearing restoration in monkeys By Erik Robinson January 19, 2021 Collaborative project at OHSU focuses on single gene mutant that causes hearing loss in people.
Study suggests compound protects myelin, nerve fibers By Erik Robinson January 13, 2021 Research could be important in treating, preventing progression of multiple sclerosis, other neurodegenerative diseases.