Immunologist’s lab demonstrates the power of B cells to gather, defend organs against cancer Joshua Moreau, Ph.D., investigates vaccine methods to mobilize the cells to fight off disease, fend off future threats.
OHSU physician-scientist leads innovative research on GI toxicities from cancer treatment May 07, 2026
Research shows a single dose of cocaine irreversibly alters brain By Erik Robinson October 05, 2018 Discovery could lead to new treatments for addiction.
Opera star Renée Fleming, OHSU neuroscientists link music to brain health By Erik Robinson September 25, 2018 OHSU Brain Institute partners with Oregon Symphony to host "Music and the Mind" event.
OHSU discovers molecular channel that regulates blood pressure By Erik Robinson September 25, 2018 The breakthrough could lead to ‘new and better blood pressure medications.’
Scientific institutions continue to lag behind the #TimesUp movement By Erik Robinson September 12, 2018 OHSU expert co-authors viewpoint: ‘Time’s up for medicine? Only time will tell.’
Tumor cells fuse with immune cells and become more aggressive By Joe Rojas-Burke September 12, 2018 The hybrid cells, readily detected in cancer patients’ blood, gain new powers to mobilize and form new tumors.
Knight Cancer Research Building opens new era in cancer research By Amanda Gibbs September 07, 2018 State-of-the-art cancer research facility will support a collaborative atmosphere, bring multidisciplinary scientists together under one roof.
NIH taps OHSU to help improve reproductive health By Tracy Brawley September 06, 2018 Oregon National Primate Research Center earns more than $7 million to study impacts of diet, metabolism, elevated hormone levels in polycystic ovary syndrome.
Excessive airway nerves tied to more severe asthma symptoms, study finds By Erik Robinson September 05, 2018 A new study shows that patients with asthma have denser airway nerves, leading to more severe symptoms.
Study suggests potential of new therapy for progressive multiple sclerosis By Erik Robinson September 05, 2018 NIH-funded trial offers hope for disease with limited treatment options.
Antioxidant reduces risk for second heart attack, stroke By Franny White September 04, 2018 Cells and platelets stick inside arteries, increasing risk after the initial heart attack.