OHSU clinical trial tests exercise for multiple sclerosis treatment Research examines whether exercise helps restore myelin in the central nervous system to address MS symptoms.
Review: Drug for panic disorder less effective than previously believed By Erik Robinson October 19, 2023 Study finds publication bias inflated the efficacy of commonly prescribed drug benzodiazepine by more than 40%.
OHSU patient with breast cancer: ‘I have hope again’ By Amanda Gibbs October 16, 2023 Patient with advanced breast cancer carrying a rare genomic mutation benefits from early-phase clinical trial at Oregon Health & Science University.
Study identifies biomarker that could lead to better treatment for autoimmune disease By Franny White October 09, 2023 New research explains molecular processes involved in ankylosing spondylitis, which affects about 1 in 200 people.
David Huang, M.D., Ph.D., receives Lasker Award for transformative imaging technology By Franny White September 21, 2023 Prize dubbed ‘America’s Nobel’ recognizes wide use of optical coherence tomography to manage eye disease, prevent blindness.
Study reveals structure of crucial receptor in brain development, function By Erik Robinson September 20, 2023 OHSU scientists elucidate structure of receptors targeted by antidepressants, other pharmaceutical drugs; could lead to improved therapies.
Mature sperm lack intact mitochondrial DNA, study finds By Erik Robinson September 18, 2023 New research provides insight about the reason mitochondria — the powerhouse of the cell — pass only from the mother.
OHSU neuroscientist earns award to advance schizophrenia research September 15, 2023 Vollum Institute’s Arpiar Saunders named as one of three One Mind Rising Stars.
Quarter of low-income older Americans don’t have health insurance, study finds By Franny White September 14, 2023 Chronic condition diagnoses increase after age 65 — once Medicare coverage provides access to health care.
OHSU researchers now can predict severity of a rare genetic disease in children By Nicole Rideout September 13, 2023 New study provides hope for families, supports development of potentially life-saving treatments.
OHSU scientists discover new cause of Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia By Erik Robinson September 05, 2023 Study highlights microglia degeneration in brain caused by iron toxicity.