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New tool will help to diagnose form of extreme social isolation

New tool will help to diagnose form of extreme social isolation

OHSU co-author says COVID-19 pandemic likely exacerbated global phenomena of ‘hikikomori,’ first recognized in Japan.
Mature sperm lack intact mitochondrial DNA, study finds

Mature sperm lack intact mitochondrial DNA, study finds

New research provides insight about the reason mitochondria — the powerhouse of the cell — pass only from the mother.
Study reveals structure of crucial receptor in brain development, function

Study reveals structure of crucial receptor in brain development, function

OHSU scientists elucidate structure of receptors targeted by antidepressants, other pharmaceutical drugs; could lead to improved therapies.
David Huang, M.D., Ph.D., receives Lasker Award for transformative imaging technology

David Huang, M.D., Ph.D., receives Lasker Award for transformative imaging technology

Prize dubbed ‘America’s Nobel’ recognizes wide use of optical coherence tomography to manage eye disease, prevent blindness.
OHSU-PSU School of Public Health announces leadership change

OHSU-PSU School of Public Health announces leadership change

Dr. Paul Halverson will be dean, effective Feb. 1, 2024.
OHSU postdoc receives prestigious award for promising early career scientists

OHSU postdoc receives prestigious award for promising early career scientists

Alexis Gibson recognized with $1.5 million Howard Hughes Medical Institute Hanna Gray Fellowship.
OHSU coronavirus (COVID-19) response

OHSU coronavirus (COVID-19) response

Last updated Tuesday, July 23, 2024.