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Research team discovers drug compound that stops cancer cells from spreading

Research team discovers drug compound that stops cancer cells from spreading

Via a mouse model, OHSU physician-scientists lead effort to hone a drug that inhibits cancer cells from spreading to other areas in the body.
New immunotherapy could stop progression of Parkinson’s disease

New immunotherapy could stop progression of Parkinson’s disease

OHSU included in an expanded clinical trial assessing the effectiveness of immunotherapy to treat or slow Parkinson's disease.
Preeminent cancer biologist Brian Druker, M.D., receives international science award

Preeminent cancer biologist Brian Druker, M.D., receives international science award

Druker is recognized for his groundbreaking research in treating patients with leukemia.
New cancer treatment effectively targets tumors, limits hearing loss in children

New cancer treatment effectively targets tumors, limits hearing loss in children

Results of a clinical trial show that sodium thiosulphate reduces ototoxicity by 50 percent .
Traumatic brain injury is ‘incredibly isolating’

Traumatic brain injury is ‘incredibly isolating’

Researchers in the OHSU Balance Disorders Laboratory develop new insights about detecting, treating problems after concussions.