Vitamin C during pregnancy supports early brain development, OHSU study finds
Findings underscore importance of nutrition for both healthy pregnancy, early childhood development; OHSU expanding prenatal nutrition counseling, access to healthy foods.
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Understanding the Berlin patient’s unexpected cure
November 10, 2017
A new research model is being used to study stem cell transplants as a potential means to treat and cure HIV.
Discovery could lead to new treatment for anxiety, addiction
November 09, 2017
Research identified a specific network in the brain closely tied to risk assessment.
Antibiotic azithromycin proves cost-effective in preventing infections following cesarean delivery
November 09, 2017
OHSU's study is the first to compare the overall quality of life measures and costs related to potential subsequent pregnancies.
‘No words’: Joshi Alumkal, M.D., receives surprise $2.5 million endowed chair from Kuni Foundation
November 07, 2017
The Kuni Foundation's award will support new research in the field of prostate cancer.
Nature names OHSU among top 20 research institutions
November 06, 2017
OHSU was named among the top 20 research institutions in the world in the journal Nature’s Index 2017 Innovation supplement.
Study determines brain activity is inherited; findings may inform treatment options for ADHD, autism
November 06, 2017
Research findings show specific brain connectivity patterns are passed down from parents to children.
Lack of oxygen, not blood flow, delays brain maturation in preterm infants
November 02, 2017
New research from OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital suggests it may be possible to reduce the life-long impacts of brain injury in preterm babies.
Should patients be asleep or awake during brain surgery?
November 01, 2017
OHSU study indicates clinical outcomes for deep brain stimulation while patients are asleep are on par or better than surgery while awake.
OHSU President Joe Robertson announces retirement: Oct. 31
October 19, 2017
OHSU has announced that Joe Robertson, M.D., M.B.A., will retire as president after nearly 40 years of service. Dr. Robertson said his decision is motivated by a desire to focus on his health and his family.
Prenatal care delivers multigenerational benefits
October 11, 2017
Expanding prenatal care to unauthorized immigrant women in Oregon reduced death rates for U.S. born infants and helped prevent disease and complications for both women and their children.