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.
For Yuna: OHSU scientist reveals origins of daughter’s rare condition By Tracy Brawley November 07, 2018 Study findings could lead to new treatment options for FOXG1 syndrome.
OHSU, Kaiser Permanente earn nearly $4 million to build regional network, train research workforce in Learning Health System Science By Tracy Brawley October 24, 2018 The NW Center for Excellence will work with 13 Oregon-based health and research systems to develop the next generation of scientific researchers.
Sleep apnea more deadly when patients experience short interrupted breaths By Franny White October 19, 2018 Study shows patients with sleep apnea who have short interruptions in breathing while sleeping are at higher risk for death than those with longer interruptions.
NIH awards OHSU nearly $4 million to test genome editing technologies By Tracy Brawley October 18, 2018 Scientists will create a testing model to help ensure techniques are safe and effective in future therapeutic uses.
Time magazine names OHSU’s Mitalipov one of America’s most influential people in health care By Erik Robinson October 18, 2018 The embryologist was recognized for his work utilizing gene-editing tools to prevent inherited disease.
OHSU-led effort results in largest cancer dataset of its kind By Amanda Gibbs October 17, 2018 A study involving hundreds of patient samples may reveal new treatment options for patients facing an aggressive form of leukemia.
Measuring the Facebook effect among veterans By Erik Robinson October 15, 2018 A first-of-its kind study finds face-to-face contact reduces the risk of mental health problems among military veterans.
Molecular link between body weight, early puberty identified By Franny White October 10, 2018 The enzyme that can activate or suppress puberty gene behaves differently in fat and thin rats.
Nonhuman primate genetic database identifies unprecedented rare disease models By Erik Robinson October 09, 2018 A project led by the Oregon National Primate Research Center at OHSU has attracted interest from researchers worldwide.
Research shows a single dose of cocaine irreversibly alters brain By Erik Robinson October 05, 2018 Discovery could lead to new treatments for addiction.