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.
AI better than most human experts at detecting cause of preemie blindness By Franny White May 02, 2018 A new algorithm could help overcome the shortage of physicians trained in disease diagnosis.
Research Week 2018: Barr-Gillespie enthusiastically sticks up for science By Franny White May 02, 2018 OHSU interim senior vice president for research is driven by the search for understanding.
Research Week 2018: Why Justin Merritt caught the science bug By Franny White May 01, 2018 OHSU microbiologist focuses on bacteria’s role in oral disease.
Research Week 2018: Expanding options for patients with an aggressive form of leukemia By Amanda Gibbs May 01, 2018 A new clinical trial offers alternatives.
Research Week 2018: 'Doing the right thing matters.’ Shining a light on cancer care disparities By Amanda Gibbs April 30, 2018 OHSU oncologist studies how race, gender, health insurance status impacts access among vulnerable populations with cancer.
Research Week 2018: Small gland, big impact By Erik Robinson April 30, 2018 Physician uses basic science research to improve treatment of pituitary conditions .
Hospital staff experience ‘sea change’ in addressing substance use disorder By Erik Robinson April 25, 2018 Providers who participated an initiative to address the opioid epidemic, say the program reframed addiction as a treatable chronic disease.
Is the ‘male pill’ finally on the horizon? By Tracy Brawley April 19, 2018 OHSU, UNC scientists identify promising new option for reversible non-hormonal male contraception.
Reversing brain injury in newborns and adults By Tracy Brawley April 16, 2018 Discovery of new molecule could lead to more effective treatments for MS, dementia, and cerebral palsy.
Acclaimed oncologist receives $2.5 million endowed chair to fund precision cancer research efforts By Amanda Gibbs April 13, 2018 Local family funds prestigious award to enable innovative studies, mentor the next generation of physician-scientists.