NIH awards OHSU nearly $4 million to test genome editing technologies
October 18, 2018
Scientists will create a testing model to help ensure techniques are safe and effective in future therapeutic uses.
Stories
Time magazine names OHSU’s Mitalipov one of America’s most influential people in health care
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
October 17, 2018
A study involving hundreds of patient samples may reveal new treatment options for patients facing an aggressive form of leukemia.
High hopes for 4-year-old’s vision after gene therapy
October 16, 2018
Caspian Soto is among the first patients in Oregon to receive a new gene therapy treatment for a rare, blindness-causing mutation.
Measuring the Facebook effect among veterans
October 15, 2018
A first-of-its kind study finds face-to-face contact reduces the risk of mental health problems among military veterans.
Oct. 16 Science Pub Talk: How gene therapy, stem cells can help cure blindness
October 12, 2018
CALENDAR ALERT: Dr. Martha Neuringer will present “Science Pub Portland: Curing Blindness.”
Free, student-run homeless clinic expanding to offer dental care
October 11, 2018
Students from OHSU, OSU, PSU volunteer to serve vulnerable residents.
Molecular link between body weight, early puberty identified
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
October 09, 2018
A project led by the Oregon National Primate Research Center at OHSU has attracted interest from researchers worldwide.
Doernbecher Children’s Hospital Foundation announces new executive director
October 08, 2018
Sadie Williams will lead fundraising efforts for OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.
